Central Air Conditioning Repair costs
Compare the project, repair and planning references below before choosing the work for your property. Confirm measurements, existing conditions and the services included in each proposal.
Cost scope: Benchmarks were reviewed October 24, 2026. Figures apply to the scope and market named by each reference. City/state examples outside Portland Metro are not Portland quotes. Labor, equipment, recurring expenses and complete projects are different budgets.
Installation and project costs
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| Project or reference | Published benchmark | Basis and scope |
|---|---|---|
| AC condenser replacement cost | $300 – $1,200 | replacement cost under warranty |
| AC condenser replacement cost | $1,200 – $4,200 | replacement cost not under warranty |
| AC fan motor replacement cost | $200 – $700 | replacement cost (not under warranty) |
| AC fan motor replacement cost | $100 – $300 | replacement cost (under warranty) |
| AC capacitor replacement cost | $250 – $400 | cost (part + labor) |
| AC circuit board cost | $100 – $300 | replacement cost with warranty |
| AC circuit board cost | $150 – $700 | replacement cost without warranty |
| AC drip pan replacement cost | $600 – $1,200 | cost to replace primary drip pan |
| AC drip pan replacement cost | $250 – $600 | cost to replace secondary drip pan |
| AC compressor cost | $1,800 – $2,800 | cost |
| AC repair cost — AC repair | $150 – $650 | average repair |
| AC repair cost — Complex AC repairs | $650 – $2,500+ | out-of-warranty scenario |
| R-410A refrigerant cost per pound | $4 – $8 | per pound (wholesale) |
| R-410A refrigerant cost per pound | $50 – $100 | per pound (installed) |
| R-410A refrigerant cost per pound | $175 – $550 | total recharge cost |
Labor cost
Labor or hourly figures are separate from equipment purchases. Do not add them to a total that already includes labor.
| Project or reference | Published benchmark | Basis and scope |
|---|---|---|
| AC repair cost — AC technician | $75 – $150 | per hour, labor only |
Related RemodelRates cost guides
- AC condenser replacement cost
- AC fan motor replacement cost
- AC capacitor replacement cost
- AC circuit board cost
- AC drip pan replacement cost
- AC compressor cost
- AC repair cost
- R-410A refrigerant cost per pound
Explore the related RemodelRates guides for project benchmarks and planning details.
Before requesting bids
Share measurements, photos, location, existing conditions and the desired result. Ask for a written scope covering preparation, permits, removal, material specifications, installation, disposal and finish repairs where relevant. Compare bids using the same quantities and exclusions.
Material cost
No separate material-only purchase range was verified for this collection. Ask for an itemized allowance with quantities, product specifications and delivery; do not infer it by subtracting unrelated ranges.