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Is $2,180 to repair refrigerant leak and recharge r-410a system a fair price?

Project Details

I live in a condo and my unit is on the roof accessible by stairs. The unit was built in 2020. A technician diagnosed a freezing coil caused by a leaking valve.

Quote Details

Repair a leaking valve and perform a full system evacuation and recharge with R-410A refrigerant. - Replace leaking valve (Schrader valve) - Evacuate and recharge system (includes first pound of refrigerant) - Supply 8 additional pounds of R-410A refrigerant at $164.05 per pound - Leak detection using electronic detector - Nitrogen pressure test to be performed after repair - Unit is located on a condo roof accessible by stairs

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Category

HVAC

Price

$2,180

Quote Date

April 8, 2026

Year Built

2020

Fuel type

Electric

System type

Air conditioner

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