Quick Answer

Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Miami (2026)

Average cost in Miami

US$12,200avg

US$6,500 — US$21,000

US$4 — US$8 per sq ft

+8.5% YoY
10 sources
Updated 2 weeks ago
South Florida

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Equipment

Condenser, air handler, and evaporator coil

US$3,500 — US$11,500

55%

Labor

Installation, testing, and system balancing

US$2,200 — US$6,500

32%

Materials & Supplies

Refrigerant lines, pads, and electrical components

US$500 — US$1,800

8%

Permits & Inspections

Miami-Dade County mechanical permit fees

US$180 — US$450

3%

Disposal & Recycling

Removal of old unit and refrigerant recovery

US$150 — US$400

2%

🧾Sales Tax (6%) — Florida
Base cost + $732 tax$12,932

Sales Tax at 6%

📋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$7,250

US$5,800 — US$8,700

Based on 10 sources and market data for Miami. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$11,244

Today

US$12,200

Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Miami is 8.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$956 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 Miami

Verified providers
🔨

Llarena Service Center LLC

7945 NW 64th St, Miami, FL 33166, USA

5.0
★★★★★

39 reviews

🔨

RCI Air Conditioning Company

16641 SW 117th Ave #10b, Miami, FL 33177, USA

4.9
★★★★½

570 reviews

🔨

Direct Air Conditioning

12200 SW 129th Ct, Miami, FL 33186, USA

4.8
★★★★½

2,675 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

Miami costs are 15-25% higher due to strict Miami-Dade building codes (High Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements), the need for coastal corrosion protection, and high-capacity systems required to manage 10 months of extreme humidity.

The phase-out of R-410A in favor of R-454B has increased equipment costs by approximately 10-15% in 2026, as manufacturers redesigned systems to handle the new, more expensive A2L refrigerants.

A mechanical permit is mandatory for all HVAC replacements. In 2026, permit fees typically range from $184 to $420 depending on the project valuation, and skipping them can void manufacturer warranties and home insurance coverage.

Yes, homeowners can claim the Federal 25C tax credit of up to $2,000 for high-efficiency heat pumps. Additionally, FPL (Florida Power & Light) offers rebates between $150 and $500 for qualifying SEER2-rated systems.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 10+ 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: 2 weeks 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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