New HVAC Installations: What Does a New Air Conditioner and Furnace Cost in Longmont?

How much a new air conditioning, heating, or air filtration system will cost can vary a lot depending on a number of factors. These variables generally fall into three categories:

1. Lifestyle Factors:
• The health conditions of the home's inhabitants (allergies, respiratory issues, and sensitivity to surroundings)
• How the inhabitants "feel" comfortable (liking to cooler or warmer temperatures)
• Hobbies and activities taking place inside the house (musical instruments, crafts, wine)


2. Building and Environmental Factors:
• The number, design, and size of windows currently in place, the direction the home faces, and age of the home
• Type of building, roofing, siding, ductwork, and amount of insulation present
• Geographic climate, lot size, city regulations and surrounding setting including average humidity, neighboring industries, available land, and codes required
• Utilities wanted or available; solar, geothermal, gas, electric, LP, oil


3. Contractor Risk Factors:
• Contractor licensing, insurance, bonding, and financial strength
• Legitimacy, expertise, and certification level of the employees installing the furnaces and air conditioners
• Satisfaction Guarantees and service level (accessibility and devotion to customer priorities)

All of these aspects and more help to dictate the design, size, and level of work necessary to appropriately heat and cool a home, which normally goes into the price of the new system.

What Can You Expect to Pay for a Total HVAC System?

Ranch or Smaller Residence
Up to 2000 square feet
1 or 1.5 Story
$40 - $250 per month with approved financing

Average Suburban Home
2000-3500 square feet
1-3 Story
$100 - $500 per month with approved financing

Luxury Home
3500+ square feet
Various levels or highly custom<
$250+ per month with approved financing

*Potential pricing may vary depending on geographic location, personal lifestyle, system settings, equipment maintenance and installation of equipment and duct system.  

How HVAC Systems Are Priced by the Manufacturer (MSRP)

Central heating and cooling systems are comparable to vehicle classes. Systems typically fall into big (and sometimes incorrect) ranges of "economy", "mid-level", and "premium". However, because every homeowner is distinct, each new heating and cooling system is manually installed, and because of all the prior factors we discussed, the process and ultimate pricing of a heating and cooling system could be equated to picking vehicle "Options."

Home Comfort Options

Home comfort Options include size and efficiency, and also include air quality control, such as the efficiency of air cleaners and air filters. Air quality control systems are important for homeowners with infants and children, people in the home with allergy or respiratory problems, or climate control issues that require humidification controls. Thermostat controls are also a big part of the home comfort puzzle, and a wide selection of mobile and Wi-Fi options now exist.

Other home comfort possibilities include adding the required amount of insulation or redesigning, correcting, and cleaning ductwork to ensure the system performs efficiently. Some options can be added as a set, but many of these items must be determined through a complete Home Comfort Analysis, which is a complimentary service we provide.

All of these options must be through through very carefully, since the best air conditioner or furnace can never correctly control the comfort of the home if the duct work, attic insulation, or air filter is inadequate for the home and its occupants. To learn more or get your no-obligation Home Comfort Analysis, which includes your customized new system estimate, call 303-647-5749 now, or download our free eBook "Home Heating and Air Conditioning for Dummies".