For home builders, general contractors, and private homeowners alike, there are multiple factors to consider when estimating the price of a new HVAC system for a home in Savannah, GA. Everything from the cost of living to the complexity of the installation will become part of the equation when estimating the cost of an HVAC system in new construction. Read on to learn what factors affect new residential HVAC costs in Savannah, GA.
Cost of Living
It may be surprising, but the regional cost of living will have an impact on the cost of having an HVAC system installed in a home. This is specifically relevant when it comes to estimating the cost of ductwork per square foot. A recent study by Zillow showed the impact that a national cost of living increase has had on heating and cooling: A home between 1,200 and 2,200 square feet can cost anywhere between $1,000 and $4,000 for the ductwork installation alone.
Speaking of Ductwork…
When calculating the price of ductwork, there are multiple factors to consider. Materials, labor, delivery and installation are all calculated before professionals can give a final price.
Typically priced on a per-foot basis, the average cost to install ductwork can fall anywhere between $35 to $55 per square foot. Those average costs may total up to $15,000 for the ductwork and installation in a newly built home.
System Complexity
There are multiple types of HVAC systems, each of which comes with its own set of complexities. With the requirements of each type of system and the different layouts a home can have, it means that no two heating and cooling systems are exactly the same. The complexity of a system will have a direct impact on the price as it could require more material, labor and effort to install.
Other factors include the system’s heating type. Electrical, natural gas, geothermal, and solar systems all have different requirements and codes, and they can affect both the cost of installation and operating costs for the homeowner.
No matter the level of complexity, our team of HVAC comfort specialists is able to install an HVAC system properly. Call Byrd Heating and Air Conditioning today for all of your new construction HVAC needs.
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