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Is $5,500 to replace the boiler a fair price?

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The poster's friend had hot water issues for a week during winter. The landlord sought multiple opinions after an initial high quote for a full boiler replacement. The situation involved conflicting technical advice from three different plumbers while the landlord was not on-site.

Quote Details

- Full boiler replacement - Initial assessment claimed the whole unit was damaged and beyond repair

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Category

HVAC

Price

$5,500

Quote Date

April 8, 2026

System type

Boiler

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