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HVAC work in Las Vegas runs from about $80 for a seasonal tune-up to $7,500 for a full system installation, with most repair calls landing between $150 and $700. If you need AC repair, expect $150 – $650. Furnace repair typically falls in the $150 – $700 range. There is no single number because the job, the part, and the system brand all move the price – but you should never hear a range that changes after the technician is already in your attic.
Dalton Heating & Air has operated under The Garrison Standard since 2003, and one rule does not bend: the price is in writing before any work starts. Not an estimate. Not a ballpark. A written number you agree to first.
HVAC Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here is what Las Vegas homeowners actually pay for common HVAC services this year. These are real market ranges, not teaser pricing.
| Service | Typical Price Range |
|---|---|
| AC Repair | $150 – $650 |
| Furnace Repair | $150 – $700 |
| AC Installation (full system) | $3,500 – $7,500 |
| Seasonal Tune-Up | $80 – $200 |
| Heat Pump Installation | $3,500 – $7,500 |
What pushes a repair toward the top of that range? The part. A capacitor is a small-ticket item. A compressor is not. Blower motors, control boards, and refrigerant leaks sit in between and account for most of the variance you will see. Refrigerant recharge – topping off the cooling fluid your system needs to reach set temperature – adds cost based on how much refrigerant is needed and whether we have to find the leak first.
Installation pricing moves with system size, efficiency rating, and whether your ductwork needs work. A straight swap on a well-maintained 3-ton system is one job. Replacing a 20-year-old unit with failing ducts and a mismatched air handler is another. Both get a written price before we touch anything.
Every Dalton job includes a written price before any work begins, a written guarantee on every repair, and a free return visit if the repair fails within the guarantee period. The repair is guaranteed in writing for a full year. If it fails in that time, we come back at no charge.
What Affects HVAC Pricing in Las Vegas
- Summer heat load and runtime hours. Las Vegas systems run harder and longer than almost anywhere in the country. A compressor in Summerlin that logs 2,800 cooling hours a season wears faster than the same unit in a milder climate, and that wear shows up as more frequent repairs and shorter equipment life.
- System age and brand. We service nine major residential brands: Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, Rheem, York, Daikin, Bryant, and American Standard. Parts availability and cost differ by brand, and older systems sometimes need parts that are harder to source.
- Refrigerant type. R-22 systems are expensive to recharge because the refrigerant is phased out. R-410A and newer R-32 systems cost less to service. If you are sitting on an R-22 unit, that fact alone can double a recharge bill.
- Ductwork condition. In older Las Vegas neighborhoods like Huntridge and Downtown, attic ducts take a beating from 150-degree attic temps. Leaky or collapsed ducts mean your system works harder, and repairs may include duct sealing or partial replacement.
- Time of year. Emergency calls in July and August carry a different urgency than a planned tune-up in March. We do not use surge pricing, but same-day emergency scheduling is a real cost factor across the market.
- Permits and code requirements. Clark County requires permits for HVAC replacement, and current code calls for specific efficiency minimums. A like-for-like swap can sometimes avoid a permit; a system change often cannot. We handle the paperwork and tell you upfront whether your job needs one.
How to Save on HVAC in Las Vegas
The biggest lever is maintenance. A system that gets tuned twice a year lasts longer and breaks less than one that gets attention only when it quits. That $80 – $200 tune-up is the cheapest insurance you can buy against a $650 repair.
- Schedule a spring tune-up before the heat hits. We check refrigerant charge, clean the condenser coil, test capacitors, and verify airflow. Catching a weak capacitor in April costs far less than replacing a compressor in July.
- Change your filter monthly in summer. Las Vegas dust is relentless. A clogged filter restricts airflow and drives up energy use. This is the one thing you can do yourself that genuinely matters.
- Get a written price before work starts. This is not a tip. It is the standard. Any company that will not put the price in writing before starting is a company you should not hire. We do it on every job, without exception.
- Ask about the difference between repair and replace. If your system is 12 years or older and facing a $600+ repair, replacement math may favor you. We will show you both numbers and let you decide.
- Take care of the small stuff early. A $150 repair now is cheaper than a $650 repair later. When something sounds off, get it looked at.
Call (361) 306-9515 for a free estimate. A live person answers 24/7. No voicemail queue, no callback window.
FAQs – HVAC Cost in Las Vegas
How much does AC repair cost in Las Vegas?
Most AC repairs in Las Vegas run $150 – $650. The low end covers simple fixes like capacitors or contactors. The high end covers blower motors, control boards, or refrigerant work. Call (361) 306-9515 for an exact quote – estimates are free, and the price is in writing before we start.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace my AC unit?
Repair usually wins if your system is under 10 years old and the fix is under $650. Replacement starts making sense around 12 years or when the repair approaches half the cost of a new system, which runs $3,500 – $7,500 installed in Las Vegas. We will give you both numbers in writing so you can decide.
How much does a furnace repair cost in Las Vegas?
Furnace repairs typically cost $150 – $700 depending on the part. Igniters, flame sensors, and blower motors are the most common failures we see. Call (361) 306-9515 for a free estimate – we service Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, Rheem, York, Daikin, Bryant, and American Standard systems.
Can you come today?
In most cases, yes. We staff live phone support 24/7, so you reach a real person – not a voicemail box – any hour of the day. Same-day service depends on call volume, but we will tell you honestly when we can be there. Call (361) 306-9515.
What does an HVAC tune-up cost in Las Vegas?
A seasonal tune-up runs $80 – $200. It includes a refrigerant charge check, coil cleaning, capacitor testing, and airflow verification. Skipping it is the fastest way to turn a small issue into a $650 repair. Call (361) 306-9515 to schedule yours before summer.
Why Homeowners Call Dalton Heating & Air
We are a Garrison Partners company. Every location is independently owned and operated and bound to The Garrison Code: arrive inside the stated window, price in writing before starting, do the job by the book, leave the site clean, and stand behind the work for a full year. The 365-Day Done Right Promise means a full year of coverage, not a 30-day window. Background-checked, uniformed technicians show up on every call, so you know who is coming before they arrive. If you want to see how we handle a full system replacement, start at our home page and go from there.
Pricing reflects the Las Vegas market as of 2026. Dalton Heating & Air offers free estimates – call (361) 306-9515.
Written by Marco Benitez, Owner at Dalton Heating & Air, serving Las Vegas since 2003.
What Our Customers Say
"Blower motor died on the coldest night. They had the part on the truck and had us warm again the same day."
- Sandy G."Changed the filter size and added a better filter rack. Simple and useful advice."
- Rhonda C."Honest, direct people. Told me what the furnace needed and nothing more, and the bill matched."
- Eliza S.