Is $977 to replace a defrost control board a fair price?
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My AC and thermostat went out. After basic troubleshooting, I called a tech who replaced a blown 3 amp fuse in my furnace/air handler. The fuse blew again, and the tech determined the defrost board was bad and causing the short. The company quoted me $977.00 for the replacement but claimed the part was on backorder until October, then offered a quote for an entirely new system. I will not be hiring this business. I ordered the part for $130 and am replacing it myself. We are currently using a portable AC for cooling.
Quote Details
This quote is for the replacement of a faulty defrost control board in a Trane Heat Pump (model 4TWR3036A1000A). - The original defrost board was identified as bad, causing a short circuit and blowing a 3 amp fuse in the furnace/air handler.
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Category
HVAC
Price
$977
Quote Date
October 2, 2025
Brand/model
Trane 4TWR3036A1000A
BTU tonnage
3 Ton
Efficiency rating
16 SEER
Fuel type
Electric
System type
Heat pump
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