{"id":983,"date":"2016-05-20T18:37:27","date_gmt":"2016-05-20T18:37:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coolmenow.com\/blog\/2016\/05\/20\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-replace-an-ac-system\/"},"modified":"2024-10-31T20:04:51","modified_gmt":"2024-10-31T20:04:51","slug":"how-much-does-it-cost-to-replace-an-ac-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coolmenow.com\/blog\/2016\/05\/20\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-replace-an-ac-system\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does It Cost to Replace an AC System?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Replacing an air conditioning system<\/span><\/a> is a significant investment, but it\u2019s often essential for maintaining comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality. The cost of AC replacement can vary widely based on factors like system size, efficiency rating, and additional upgrades. Here\u2019s a guide to help you understand what goes into the cost of replacing an AC system and how to budget for this important upgrade.<\/span><\/p>\n

Key Factors That Influence AC Replacement Costs<\/span><\/h2>\n
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  1. System Size and Capacity<\/b>
    \n<\/b>The size of your air conditioning system plays a major role in the total cost. Larger systems with higher cooling capacities cost more, but they\u2019re necessary for effectively cooling larger homes. AC size is measured in tons, with each ton representing 12,000 BTUs (British Thermal Units) of cooling power.<\/span><\/p>\n