Is $1,590 to replace and repitch the 2-inch pvc exhaust vent line a fair price?
Project Details
The homeowner is experiencing short cycling and pressure limit switch faults on a 10-year-old Carrier high-efficiency furnace. They have already spent $1,100 on previous repairs including pressure switch replacement and drainage modifications, but the issue persists. The furnace was installed in 2015 and the homeowner has lived in the house for 1.5 years.
Quote Details
Replace and repitch the entire 2-inch exhaust pipe from the furnace to the exterior to resolve drainage and pressure switch issues. - Remove existing 2-inch exhaust pipe - Install approximately 12-14 feet of new 2-inch PVC pipe - Properly pitch the line from the furnace through the basement wall to the outside
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Category
HVAC
Price
$1,590
Quote Date
April 8, 2026
System type
Furnace
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