If you are considering replacing your air conditioner, furnace, or water heater in Grand Rapids, you may be concerned about costs. Vredevoogd created this Grand Rapids HVAC Pricing Guide to help homeowners understand what to expect before scheduling an in-home estimate. This guide provides starting installation prices, monthly payment examples for various air conditioners, furnaces, and water heaters, and a comparison of features for our Good, Better, and Best equipment options.
Each home in Grand Rapids is different, so HVAC or water heater installation costs can vary based on equipment size and efficiency, ductwork, venting, electrical or gas upgrades, system accessibility, code requirements, and other factors. To provide transparency, Vredevoogd outlines the most common factors that influence pricing, so you understand where your investment goes. Use this guide to compare AC replacement costs in Grand Rapids, then contact our team to discuss the best equipment and installation options for your home.
AC Installation Pricing Guide*
A new central air conditioner installation starts at $6,500 for a Carrier Comfort™ 16 system, $7,500 for a Carrier Performance™ system with InteliSense™ technology, and $10,000 for a Carrier Infinity® 21 variable-speed system. Upgrades are available for quieter operation, advanced system monitoring, improved humidity control, and increased energy efficiency. Final pricing depends on your home’s cooling requirements and installation complexity.
We’ll review any required changes and pricing with you before work begins; no surprise charges.
Air Conditioner Installation Costs
- Carrier 26SCA5 Comfort Air Conditioner (Good)
- Starting at $6,500
- As low as $96 per Month
- Carrier 26SPA6 Performance Air Conditioner (Better)
- Starting at $7,500
- As low as $125 per Month
- Carrier 26VNA1 Infinity Air Conditioner (Best)
- Starting at $10,000
- As low as $185 per Month
The pricing shown represents a typical air conditioning replacement. Your final price may vary based on your home’s specific needs.
Reasons for AC Cost Increases
- System size and capacity required to properly cool your home
- Efficiency level and equipment selected
- Electrical upgrades needed to meet current code requirements
- Ductwork modifications, repairs, or transitions
- Refrigerant line-set replacement or modifications
- Drainage or condensate modifications
- Equipment location or accessibility, including attic, crawlspace, or rooftop installations
- Permit, inspection, or code-required upgrades
- Other installation conditions identified during an in-home evaluation
We’ll review any required changes and pricing with you before work begins; no surprise charges.
Furnace Installation Pricing Guide*
Furnace Installation Costs
- Carrier 59SC6 Comfort 96 Gas Furnace (Good)
- Starting at $6,500
- As low as $97 per Month
- Carrier 59TP7 Performance 97 Gas Furnace (Better)
- Starting at $7,500
- As low as $108 per Month
- Carrier 59MN7 Infinity 98 Gas Furnace (Best)
- Starting at $10,000
- As low as $147 per Month
The pricing shown represents a typical furnace replacement. Your final price may vary based on your home’s specific needs.
Reasons for Furnace Cost Increases
- Furnace size and heating capacity required for your home
- Efficiency level and equipment selected
- Gas piping modifications or upgrades
- Electrical upgrades needed to meet current code requirements
- Venting, flue, or combustion-air modifications
- Ductwork modifications, repairs, or transitions
- Condensate drainage requirements for high-efficiency equipment
- Equipment location or accessibility, including attic or crawlspace installations
- Permit, inspection, or code-required upgrades
- Other installation conditions identified during an in-home evaluation
We’ll review any required changes and pricing with you before work begins; no surprise charges.
Water Heater Installation Pricing Guide*
Choosing a new water heater comes down to more than just the purchase price. It also means deciding which type of system best fits your home, hot water needs, and installation. Our water heater options start at $2,000 for a Bradford White atmospheric-vent gas water heater, a traditional tank-style system featuring Bradford White’s ICON System®, Defender Safety System®, Hydrojet® sediment-reduction technology, and Vitraglas® tank lining.
For homes that require greater venting flexibility, our Bradford White power-vent option starts at $3,000 and uses a powered blower that allows exhaust to be vented horizontally or vertically through a wall or roof. For homeowners looking for premium efficiency and tankless performance, the Navien NPE-240A2 starts at $8,000 and combines a 0.95 UEF rating with dual stainless steel heat exchangers, built-in ComfortFlow® recirculation, and continuous hot-water delivery of up to 11.2 GPM depending on temperature rise.
The final installed price can vary based on venting, gas-line, electrical, plumbing, and other installation requirements.
Water Heater Installation Costs
- Bradford White RG240T6N Atmospheric Vent Gas Water Heater (Good)
- Starting at $2,000
- As low as $26 per Month
- Bradford White RG1PV40S6N Power Vent Gas Water Heater (Better)
- Starting at $3,000
- As low as $39 per Month
- Navien NPE24A2 High Efficiency Condensing Tankless Water Heater (Best)
- Starting at $8,000
- As low as $105 per Month
The pricing shown represents a typical water heater replacement. Your final price may vary based on your home’s specific needs.
Reasons for Water Heater Cost Increases
- Tank size, capacity, and equipment selected
- Gas or electrical upgrades required for the new water heater
- Gas piping modifications
- Water supply or plumbing modifications
- Venting or combustion-air modifications
- Expansion tank or pressure-control requirements
- Drain pan, drain line, or other water-protection requirements
- Code-required safety upgrades
- Equipment location or accessibility
- Permit and inspection requirements
- Conversion to a different type of water heater, such as tankless, power-vented, or electric
- Other installation conditions identified during an in-home evaluation
We’ll review any required changes and pricing with you before work begins; no surprise charges.
Ready to Get an Exact Price for Your Grand Rapids Home?
Online pricing is a helpful starting point, but the best way to know what a new air conditioner, furnace, or water heater will cost for your home is to have the system properly evaluated. Equipment size, efficiency, ductwork, venting, plumbing, electrical requirements, accessibility, and local code requirements can all affect the final installed price. Vredevoogd will review those factors with you, explain your options, and provide pricing before the work begins.
For Grand Rapids homeowners, Vredevoogd offers free replacement estimates, financing options, background-checked technicians, a 100% satisfaction guarantee, and 24/7 service when you need help quickly. Our goal is to make replacing an HVAC system or water heater easier to understand, with clear recommendations based on your home, comfort needs, and budget.
Ready to move from estimated pricing to a real number? Contact Vredevoogd today to schedule your free in-home estimate. We will help you compare Good, Better, and Best options, answer your questions, and give you the information you need to choose the right system for your Grand Rapids home. Call (616) 597-6224 or request service online today.
* All prices on this page are for informational purposes only. The listed prices do not constitute an offer.