Is $1,400 to fix a bad blower motor in a furnace a fair price?
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I have had no AC for about a month, which was manageable until a recent heat wave. I'm in northern Indiana, near Kokomo. An HVAC tech diagnosed a bad blower motor in my furnace. He replaced the starter capacitor, but the motor still wouldn't consistently run. I was quoted $1,400 to fix it, but I don't have that money and am not eligible for financing. I'm looking for advice on whether this is a DIY fix or if family handymen could do it, as I'm not sure if it has to be a professional job. I'm also having trouble finding the correct part online using the model number from the furnace sticker. The tech mentioned Lennox parts, and I'm wondering if Lennox owns Ducane.
Quote Details
The quote is for fixing a bad blower motor in the furnace. The HVAC technician diagnosed the blower motor as bad. He replaced the starter capacitor, but the motor still required a manual nudge to start and would only run for about a minute before turning off. The quoted cost covers the necessary repair or replacement to resolve this issue.
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Category
HVAC
Price
$1,400
Quote Date
June 23, 2023
Location
Indiana
System type
Furnace
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