Is $689 to repair furnace short-circuit caused by wire caught in blower a fair price?
Project Details
The homeowner has a relatively new American Standard gas furnace in a 4 ft tall crawlspace that is short-circuiting and blowing blade fuses (E12 warning). The technician claimed a wire was caught in the blower and offered a discounted price after the initial quote was rejected. The homeowner is questioning the repair cost and the company's policy of withholding the diagnostic report until payment is received.
Quote Details
Diagnostic and repair of electrical short-circuit in American Standard gas furnace. - Perform diagnostic to identify cause of E12 warning and blown fuses - Locate and repair wire caught in the blower assembly - Includes $89 diagnostic fee plus labor for a 15-minute repair
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Category
HVAC
Price
$689
Quote Date
May 23, 2026
Location
Washington
Brand/model
American Standard
Fuel type
Natural gas
System type
Furnace
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