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HVAC work in Las Vegas runs from about $80 for a basic tune-up to $7,500 for a full system installation, with most repair calls landing between $150 and $700. If you need an AC repair, expect $150 – $650; a furnace repair typically costs $150 – $700. The single biggest factor is what’s actually broken, not who you call.
We’re Brandt HVAC, and we’ve been part of the Threshold Group family of home-service companies since 2003. Every job we take on starts with a written price you agree to before any work begins. No surprises when the invoice shows up.
Key Takeaways
- AC repair in Las Vegas: $150 – $650
- Furnace repair: $150 – $700
- Full AC installation: $3,500 – $7,500
- Seasonal tune-up: $80 – $200
- Every price we quote is written down before work starts.
HVAC Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what homeowners in Las Vegas are paying this year. These ranges cover parts and labor unless noted.
| Service | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AC repair | $150 – $650 | Capacitors, contactors, fan motors, refrigerant recharge |
| Furnace repair | $150 – $700 | Igniters, blower motors, flame sensors, control boards |
| Full AC installation | $3,500 – $7,500 | Includes equipment, labor, and disposal of the old unit |
| Seasonal tune-up | $80 – $200 | Coil cleaning, refrigerant check, filter swap, electrical inspection |
| Capacitor replacement | $150 – $350 | The most common AC failure in the desert heat |
| Refrigerant recharge | $200 – $600 | Depends on refrigerant type and how much was lost |
| Blower motor replacement | $300 – $650 | Higher for variable-speed motors |
| Igniter replacement | $150 – $300 | Furnace won’t fire, but the blower runs |
| Compressor replacement | $900 – $1,800 | Often worth comparing against a new unit |
What drives the price up or down? Three things, mostly. First, the part. A universal capacitor costs far less than a variable-speed blower motor. Second, access. A unit on a rooftop or tucked behind a wall of landscaping takes longer to reach than one with clear space around it. Third, timing. A call at 9 p.m. in July costs more than a Tuesday morning appointment in March, and any company that tells you otherwise is either eating the cost or padding the daytime rate.
Refrigerant recharge, by the way, just means refilling the fluid that moves heat out of your home. If a technician tells you your system is “low on Freon,” they mean refrigerant, and you’ll want to ask why it was low in the first place. A sealed system shouldn’t lose refrigerant. If it’s gone, there’s a leak somewhere.
What Affects HVAC Pricing in Las Vegas
- Desert heat and runtime. Las Vegas summers push systems past 100°F for weeks at a stretch. That constant runtime wears out capacitors, contactors, and compressors faster than in milder climates, which means more repair calls and shorter equipment lifespans overall.
- Equipment size. A 5-ton unit for a two-story home in Summerlin costs more to replace than a 2-ton unit in a condo near the Strip. Square footage and window exposure both matter when we size a system.
- Refrigerant type. Older systems using R-22 cost more to recharge than newer ones using R-410A or R-32. R-22 has been phased out, and the remaining supply is expensive.
- System age. Once a unit passes 12 – 15 years, repairs start stacking up. At that point, a $600 repair on a system that’s already on its third capacitor in two years may not be the best money you spend this year.
- Ductwork condition. Leaky ducts in an attic that hits 140°F in July force your system to work harder. Sealing and insulating ducts can add $500 – $1,500 to a project, but it lowers your power bill every month afterward.
- Time of year. Demand spikes from May through September. Scheduling a tune-up in spring or a repair in the shoulder months usually costs less and gets you a faster appointment window.
One more local factor worth naming: dust. Las Vegas sits in a valley, and everything from construction to spring winds puts fine grit into the air. That grit coats evaporator coils, clogs filters early, and shortens the life of moving parts. Homes near the edges of the valley, where new development is ongoing, tend to see it worse than established neighborhoods.
How to Save on HVAC
You don’t have to wait for a breakdown to spend money on your system. In fact, the cheapest HVAC work is the work you do before something fails.
- Change your filter every 30 – 60 days. During heavy dust months, check it monthly. A clogged filter is the single easiest way to make your system work harder than it needs to.
- Book one tune-up a year. At $80 – $200, a tune-up is the least expensive line item on this page, and it catches small problems before they become $600 ones. Spring is the right time for the AC side.
- Keep two feet of clearance around the outdoor unit. Shrubs, storage bins, and debris all restrict airflow and raise your energy use.
- Ask for a written price before work starts. Any reputable company will hand you one. If a technician starts diagnosing and then starts repairing without showing you numbers first, stop them.
- Compare repair vs. replace honestly. A common rule: if the repair costs more than a third of a new system and the unit is over 12 years old, replacement usually wins over the next five years.
- Watch your power bill. A sudden jump with no change in habits often means the system is losing efficiency. That’s a cheaper problem to fix early.
Free estimates are part of how we work. You can call us at (984) 538-9003 and get a written number before anyone touches your system.
FAQs – HVAC Cost
How much does an AC repair cost in Las Vegas?
Most AC repairs in Las Vegas run $150 – $650, with the average landing around $300 – $400. The most common failure we see is a bad capacitor, which usually comes in at $150 – $350. Call (984) 538-9003 for an exact quote; estimates are free.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace my AC unit?
Repair wins if the unit is under 10 years old and the fix costs less than a third of a new system. A new AC installation in Las Vegas runs $3,500 – $7,500, so a $400 repair on a 7-year-old unit is almost always the better call. Past 12 – 15 years, replacement tends to cost less over the next five years.
How much does a furnace repair cost in Las Vegas?
Furnace repairs typically run $150 – $700. Igniter replacements, the most common winter fix, land around $150 – $300. Las Vegas winters are mild, so furnaces here often sit unused for months and then fail on the first cold night. Call (984) 538-9003 if yours won’t fire.
What does an HVAC tune-up include, and what does it cost?
A tune-up runs $80 – $200 in Las Vegas and covers coil cleaning, a refrigerant level check, filter replacement, and an electrical inspection of capacitors and contactors. We recommend one per year on the cooling side, ideally before the summer rush.
Can you come today?
Often, yes. Our phones are answered by a live person 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so you’re never routed to voicemail or a callback queue. Call (984) 538-9003 and we’ll tell you the soonest available window and what it’ll cost before we arrive.
Who You’re Letting Through the Door
Pricing is only half the story. The other half is who shows up. Every Brandt HVAC technician is background-checked and identity-verified under the Threshold Verified standard, and we send you their name and photo before the visit. When they knock, they show a photo ID badge at the door. If anyone arrives who you weren’t told to expect, that visit is on us, and we make it right.
That matters most to the people who are home alone during the day, or managing a house with young kids, or who simply want to know exactly who’s standing on their porch before they unlock it. Brandt comes from an old word for a firebrand, which fits the work of keeping a home warm. Devin Marlowe leads our team, and the standard is simple: verified people, written prices, and a 365-Day Done Right Promise on every repair. If a repair fails within that year, we come back at no charge. No argument.
We service all major residential brands, including Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, Rheem, York, Daikin, Bryant, and American Standard. Whether you’re in Henderson, North Las Vegas, or anywhere in between, the process is the same: a written price first, a guaranteed repair second, and a name and photo of your technician before they arrive.
We’re part of the Threshold Group family of home-service companies, established in 2003. Each location is independently owned and operated.
Pricing reflects the Las Vegas market as of 2026. Brandt HVAC offers free estimates – call (984) 538-9003. Written by Devin Marlowe, Owner at Brandt HVAC, serving Las Vegas homeowners.
What Our Customers Say
"Maintenance plan is simple and the tech showed me the readings, not just said it was fine."
- Maribel C."Condenser fan motor replaced the same day. Clean, quick, and the quote didn't change."
- Lamar R."Very thorough check on the whole system before summer. Found a worn belt and swapped it for cheap."
- Jerome F.