When you add up the expenses of major home repairs, you can understand why proper care and maintenance are so important. Major components and the labor needed to replace them can cost hundreds to thousands of dollars. Here, we’ll look at some of the most expensive HVAC and plumbing repair jobs you might encounter:
Leaking, standing, or running water will damage your home more quickly than you might think. It can soak through flooring materials, walls, and framing. Leaking pipes and fixtures are a common culprit. But a lack of caulking is a serious problem. Periodically check/replace the caulking or grout between tiles or water can easily percolate through and cause the underlying wood to rot. Mold and mildew may be growing below the surface before you know the extent of the damage.
If just everything around your shower space is severely damaged, replacing it all can cost $10,000 to $15,000.1
Detecting a slab foundation leak alone can cost several hundred dollars. Thicker slabs may require more time not just to find a leak, but to fix it, especially the deeper the affected pipe is. Repair usually involves removing the overlying flooring, so the type of flooring material to take out and replace is a cost factor. Vapor barriers, rebar, and other materials as well as portions of the foundation may also need to be removed.
Expect to spend up to $4,000, but many variables can jack up the price, including the amount of digging and how much pipe work is needed.2
Of all HVAC repairs, compressor failure is the one homeowners dread the most. Fortunately, compressors are very durable and reliable. But dirty coils, low refrigerant, overheating, and electrical problems can strain the compressor and cause it to fail. Replacing it is time-consuming and requires a great deal of expertise.
The average cost to replace an AC compressor is $1,800, but parts and labor costs can be as high as $2,380.3
The condenser, or outdoor unit, is designed to release heat. Unless it is protected, an exposed condenser unit can be damaged by debris. Electrical problems, refrigerant leaks, and various other problems can occur as well. There are many parts inside the condenser so diagnosing an issue can take some time. Fixing the unit can also take time depending on the location and scope of the problem.
Replacing the condenser coil can cost up to $2,800, depending on the size of the unit. Line and radiator blockages can be just as expensive to fix. Smaller repairs are generally in the hundreds of dollars. These are all far less than replacing the condenser, which can be about $4,000.4
Refrigerant lines run throughout your HVAC system. If you notice signs of a leak, a technician must take time to find where it is. Leaks can be detected electronically, via dye, using nitrogen, by looking for air bubbles, or employing ultrasonic equipment. The cost of fixing the leak depends on accessibility, how much damage there is, and the age of the system.
On average, you may spend up to $1,500 on this repair, but fixing a refrigerant line can cost as much as $2,000.5 If the evaporator coil, condenser coil, or compressor need replacement, it will increase the cost significantly.
NexGen provides high-quality HVAC and plumbing repair throughout Southern California by licensed professionals. We know such repairs come with unexpected high costs. Therefore, we aim to make service as affordable as possible; members of our X Protection Plan receive a discount on repairs and benefits such as annual tune-ups, a guaranteed service window, and an extended parts and labor warranty. To learn more or request service 24/7, call 833-729-9735.
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