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Replacing Entire Hvac System - Is This A Good Price?
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:37 pm
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:37 pm
Replacing hvac system next week including outside compressor, gas furnace and inside a/c stuff like evaporater coil. We're NOT getting new ductwork as a/c man said it was not needed (we have metal ductwork not flex).
We're going with Bryant 14 seer 3 ton system with the new freon. Price I'm being quoted includes new pad, new lines etc.
Price is about $5500+tax.
Does this sound about right? I think it sounds decent but I have no idea really.
We're going with Bryant b/c it gets great reviews for reliability and Carrier/Bryant parts are easy to come by. Bryant was ranked #1 by consumers digest.
We're going with Bryant 14 seer 3 ton system with the new freon. Price I'm being quoted includes new pad, new lines etc.
Price is about $5500+tax.
Does this sound about right? I think it sounds decent but I have no idea really.
We're going with Bryant b/c it gets great reviews for reliability and Carrier/Bryant parts are easy to come by. Bryant was ranked #1 by consumers digest.
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Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:40 pm to SirSaintly
yes
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:41 pm to SirSaintly
Sounds Right I just replaced my entire system with a Trane 13 seer 4 ton for $6000
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:42 pm to SirSaintly
I got a quote last year. I don't remember the details but that sounds about right I think.
One suggestion someone gave me was once you see you've got a year or so left on one of your AC systems, go ahead and buy a home warranty. I've got one now that will replace my whole unit and I'll be out of pocket like $45 or something.
One suggestion someone gave me was once you see you've got a year or so left on one of your AC systems, go ahead and buy a home warranty. I've got one now that will replace my whole unit and I'll be out of pocket like $45 or something.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:44 pm to Darth_Vader
Great idea. Will do that next time. Glad to see that price is in line. I thought so but wanted to make sure.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:48 pm to SirSaintly
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Great idea. Will do that next time. Glad to see that price is in line. I thought so but wanted to make sure.
I've looked into it and a Home Warranty is not a bad idea, especially if you've been in your home anywhere around 10 years. Things will eventually start to break and like the old saying goes, "when it rains, it pours". One month it's the AC, well next month the water heater or the dryer or something will go kaput. Just do your homework and see what best suits your needs.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:50 pm to SirSaintly
Thats right on for 3 ton.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:55 pm to SirSaintly
There is nothing that rustles my jimmies more than AC problems. Never met an honest ac guy.
Stupid you need a license to work on them...
Stupid you need a license to work on them...
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:56 pm to I Love Bama
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There is nothing that rustles my jimmies more than AC problems.
Yeah, I hate having to deal with them.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:58 pm to I Love Bama
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There is nothing that rustles my jimmies more than AC problems. Never met an honest ac guy.
Stupid you need a license to work on them...
Right, because any clown should be able to work on live voltage or have access to refrigerant.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:58 pm to SirSaintly
Yes, I'll do it for $100 cheaper if you are in greater BR (am licensed)
Posted on 4/7/14 at 4:59 pm to I Love Bama
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There is nothing that rustles my jimmies more than AC problems. Never met an honest ac guy. Stupid you need a license to work on them...
Tell me about it..my uncle is one and I used someone completely different to replace my system
Posted on 4/7/14 at 5:07 pm to wadewilson
LOl. You mean I can't do electrical at my own house without a license?
Posted on 4/7/14 at 5:10 pm to I Love Bama
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LOl. You mean I can't do electrical at my own house without a license?
need a License for the Freon....
Posted on 4/7/14 at 5:18 pm to Shexter
No shite. He was talking safety concerns. There is ZERO reason why I shouldn't be able to do my own AC work.
Bunch of lies and cheats in the industry. Hooking up a new unit takes zero skill. I could watch a few YouTube videos and do a better job
Bunch of lies and cheats in the industry. Hooking up a new unit takes zero skill. I could watch a few YouTube videos and do a better job
Posted on 4/7/14 at 5:18 pm to I Love Bama
It's always good to know how to fix things yourself, but if you aren't an experienced professional, you could really destroy your unit and house by installing it wrong.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 5:20 pm to BigEdLSU
How could I mess it up? It isn't rocket science.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 5:22 pm to I Love Bama
Want some examples? Fine.
Mix freon? You just created acid that destroys your compressor.
Improper vaccuum on the line before charging? Acid
Moisture? Acid
Freon? Poisonous.
Gas heater? Boom.
Gas heater improperly vented? Kill your family with carbon monoxide poisoning.
Just a few. Smartass.
Mix freon? You just created acid that destroys your compressor.
Improper vaccuum on the line before charging? Acid
Moisture? Acid
Freon? Poisonous.
Gas heater? Boom.
Gas heater improperly vented? Kill your family with carbon monoxide poisoning.
Just a few. Smartass.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 5:24 pm to BigEdLSU
Wasn't being a smartass. Just a question. I could also dump gasoline in my garage and set it on fire. Guess we need laws so I can't mow the grass too.
Posted on 4/7/14 at 5:26 pm to I Love Bama
I am not only an a/c guy but I'm licensed. You're right about one thing, lots of dirty contractors out there.
Specifically one hour.
Specifically one hour.
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