Quick Answer

Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Nashville (2026)

Average cost in Nashville

US$13,992avg

US$8,500 — US$22,000

US$3 — US$6 per sq ft

+7.5% YoY
9 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Tennessee

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Equipment

Condenser, furnace/air handler, and coils

US$4,500 — US$12,500

55%

Labor

Installation, testing, and old unit disposal

US$2,500 — US$6,500

30%

Ductwork & Materials

Sealing, line sets, and minor modifications

US$1,200 — US$2,500

12%

Permits & Inspections

Metro Nashville mechanical and electrical fees

US$250 — US$500

3%

🧾Sales Tax (7%) — Tennessee
Base cost + $979 tax$14,971

Sales Tax at 7%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Furnace or AC unit
  • Thermostat
  • Basic ductwork connections
  • Refrigerant
  • Labor & installation
  • Old unit disposal

Typically Excludes

  • Full ductwork replacement
  • Zoning systems
  • Smart home integration
  • Permits & inspections
  • Humidifier or air purifier

Based on a standard 2,000 sq ft home with existing ductwork.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$7,115

US$5,692 — US$8,538

Based on 9 sources and market data for Nashville. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$13,016

Today

US$13,992

Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Nashville is 7.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$976 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top HVAC Replace Contractors in Nashville

Verified providers
🔨

Right Time HVAC

5300 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37218, USA

5.0
★★★★★

1,031 reviews

🔨

Premier Heating & Air

78 Fesslers Ln, Nashville, TN 37210, USA

4.9
★★★★½

1,102 reviews

🔨

MJ Frick Company, Inc.

3651 Trousdale Dr, Nashville, TN 37204, USA

4.9
★★★★½

1,043 reviews

🔨

Pioneer Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing

2525 Perimeter Pl Dr #122, Nashville, TN 37214, USA

4.9
★★★★½

6,361 reviews

🔨

South Nashville Heating & Cooling

501 Veritas St, Nashville, TN 37211, USA

4.9
★★★★½

558 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Nashville pricing typically runs 10–15% higher than the state average due to a high-demand construction boom and a competitive labor market for NATE-certified technicians.

Homeowners can access TVA EnergyRight rebates ranging from $200 to $500 for qualifying high-efficiency heat pumps, in addition to federal 25C tax credits up to $2,000.

Nashville requires separate trade permits; mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits each have a $75 base fee, plus a building permit fee based on project valuation (e.g., ~$91 for a $12,000 project).

The shift to A2L refrigerants has increased equipment costs by approximately 10–15% because manufacturers had to redesign systems for lower flammability standards and technicians require specialized training.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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