What does it cost to replace ac compressor for house? (buy, square footage)

[lamontnow]

For a good, not necessarily top of the line, brand. Cost of compressor plus installation. For a 3 bedroom average size ranch and basement.

[AndreaII]

It sounds like you need a 3 ton - don't let someone install a size that you don't need - it costs more and it will produce too much cool air if the unit is too big. What you need is to get an AC guy in your house - they'll count the vents, note the square footage, and then tell you if you need a 3 or a two. A guess about the cost would be probably around $2500 give or take including installation. But it will vary from make to make and installer to installer.

[Lutherjack]

what is cost of installing ac compressor in house?

[Kbinspections]

R-22 or R-410A?

[mikepipe]

What is the existing size in tonnage? Refrigerant? Model of condenser would help. Location of existing condenser, is it ground level, on roof or below grade?

[hotkarl]

Anywhere from 4-6k.

[rocafeller05]

4-6K is wayy to high.

The compressor itself should be between $700-$1200.

Say another $600 for installation.

Here is a 4 ton Copeland Compressor for R-22 for $775.

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[VA Yankee]

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That's a really good quote you provided, the big question is what type/brand of system is currently installed. My impression is the OP needs to replace the compressor not install from scratch.

[rocafeller05]

Most all the companies use 1 of the 3 major compressor manufacturers. They simply buy it and put it in, they do not manufacturer their own compressor.

[rocafeller05]

Yes, the op can just swap out compressors without changing the whole condensing unit.

Originally Posted by VA Yankee

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That's a really good quote you provided, the big question is what type/brand of system is currently installed. My impression is the OP needs to replace the compressor not install from scratch.