Is $6,000 to install a new central ac unit and condenser a fair price?
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I'm in Chicago, and I've gotten 3 quotes on a new central AC unit and condenser. One contractor claimed my existing furnace was installed upside down and required replacement.
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- Installation of new central AC unit - Installation of new condenser - Excludes electrical work
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Category
HVAC
Price
$6,000
Quote Date
May 14, 2026
Location
Illinois
Fuel type
Electric
System type
Air conditioner
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