Quick Answer

Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Las Vegas (2026)

Average cost in Las Vegas

US$12,483avg

US$7,500 — US$23,000

US$3 — US$6 per sq ft

+8.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Nevada

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Equipment

Condenser, furnace, and evaporator coil

US$4,500 — US$12,000

55%

Labor

Installation, testing, and old unit disposal

US$2,000 — US$4,500

28%

Ductwork & Modifications

Sealing, transitions, and plenum repair

US$800 — US$3,500

12%

Materials & Supplies

Refrigerant, pads, and electrical whips

US$300 — US$800

4%

Permits & Inspections

Clark County mechanical permit fees

US$108 — US$200

1%

🧾Sales Tax (6.85%) — Nevada
Base cost + $855 tax$13,338

Sales Tax at 6.85%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Furnace or AC unit
  • Thermostat
  • Basic ductwork connections
  • Refrigerant
  • Labor & installation
  • Old unit disposal

Typically Excludes

  • Full ductwork replacement
  • Zoning systems
  • Smart home integration
  • Permits & inspections
  • Humidifier or air purifier

Based on a standard 2,000 sq ft home with existing ductwork.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$6,575

US$5,260 — US$7,890

Based on 8 sources and market data for Las Vegas. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$11,505

Today

US$12,483

Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Las Vegas is 8.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$978 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top HVAC Replace Contractors in Las Vegas

Verified providers
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BEST Air Conditioning Plumbing Repair

6260 Stevenson Way, Las Vegas, NV 89120, USA

4.9
★★★★½

3,239 reviews

🔨

Nevada Residential Services Air Conditioning & Heating

4620 S Arville St Suite B, Las Vegas, NV 89103, USA

4.9
★★★★½

680 reviews

🔨

Legacy Air Conditioning and Heating

4858 Cecile Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89115, USA

4.9
★★★★½

3,163 reviews

🔨

Super Service Cooling, Heating & Plumbing

6625 S Valley View Blvd #304-306, Las Vegas, NV 89118, USA

4.9
★★★★½

1,151 reviews

🔨

Sierra Air Conditioning & Plumbing

4050 W Sunset Rd STE D, Las Vegas, NV 89118, USA

4.9
★★★★½

7,063 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Las Vegas costs are 10-20% higher due to extreme desert heat requiring higher-capacity units (typically 3-5 tons) and longer operating seasons that accelerate wear. Systems here run 2,500–3,500 hours annually, compared to the 1,000-hour national average.

Yes, NV Energy's PowerShift program offers rebates up to $3,200 for high-efficiency heat pumps and up to $1,000 for qualifying central AC units. Additionally, federal tax credits may provide up to $2,000 for qualified heat pump installations.

As of 2026, all new systems in the Southwest region must meet a minimum efficiency of 14.3 SEER2 (equivalent to the old 15 SEER). Upgrading to 18-20 SEER2 can cost $2,000 more upfront but reduces NV Energy bills by 20-40%.

Yes. Clark County and the City of Las Vegas require a mechanical permit for all HVAC replacements. Fees typically range from $108.79 to $200, and a post-installation inspection is mandatory to ensure safety and code compliance.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 4 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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