What You'll Pay for HVAC Service in Southern California
These ranges come from real NEXGEN installations alongside current Southern California market data, not national averages. They cover the HVAC work NEXGEN performs across Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties.
Two homes with the same symptom, a warm house or a loud unit, can land on opposite ends of a range once a technician sees the equipment, the attic access, and the ductwork behind the walls. That's why every NEXGEN replacement starts with a free, in-home evaluation and ends with a flat price before any work begins.
Schedule Your Free Estimate Considering a new HVAC system? Call (820) 200-1614or schedule online for a free, in-home replacement estimate anywhere in our Southern California service area. |
New System Installation
| Service | Price Range |
| HVAC System Replacement* | $6,900 - $29,000+ |
*Pricing varies based on system type, brand, efficiency rating, equipment quantity, home requirements, installation complexity, and custom work.
*Pricing may not include ductwork, permits, code-required upgrades, engineering requirements, electrical upgrades, or other work required by the city or property.
*Applies to traditional split systems, package units, heat pumps, and mini-split systems. Final pricing is determined after an in-home evaluation.
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What Moves Your Price Within Each Range
- System type, brand, and efficiency rating: a higher-SEER unit or a specialty component costs more than a standard one.
- Home access and complexity: equipment in an easy-to-reach garage costs less to service than a unit in a tight attic or multi-story installation.
- Ductwork condition: existing ducts in good shape keep a job on the lower end; ducts that need sealing or replacement add to the project.
- Permits and code requirements: California's Title 24 energy code and HERS duct-leakage testing apply to many installs and add inspection time. NEXGEN pulls all required permits on jobs that need them.
- Electrical capacity: older panels sometimes need an upgrade to support new equipment, particularly for heat pumps and mini-splits.
- Timing: a scheduled appointment during business hours typically costs less than an after-hours or emergency call.
Why We Don't Quote Over the Phone A price list gets you close. A technician standing in your attic or next to your unit gets you an exact. NEXGEN offers a free, no-obligation, in-home evaluation for HVAC system replacements and a flat, written price before any work starts, and that price doesn't change once we begin unless the scope does. If a technician finds an additional issue while working on the job you called about, you get a price for that work before anything extra is touched. |
The NEXGEN Difference
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Next-GenerationComfort Solutions
With advanced installations, we set the standard for modern, dependable home comfort.
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Local Experts.
Lasting Comfort.With deep roots across Southern California, our team delivers reliable service you can trust - done right the first time. -
Built on Care,
Driven by QualityWe combine expert craftsmanship with genuine care, delivering home comfort solutions that put people first.
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Excellent Team
“NEXTGEN repaired my HVAC system which had an intermittent heating problem on a timely basis and it was covered under warranty. The technician was very polite an professional.”- Mark R. -
Can't Say Enough Good Things
“My thermostat took a dive on me so I went to replace it. That's where I met Breanna at Home Depot she advised me on the Ecobee one and normally I don't use big companies because of cost is always higher since they have higher overhead. However, at $49 for a diagnostic they sent someone out and that's when things got even better Lazaro was our technician. He was trustworthy and communicative and effective at explaining to me and my wife what he's doing to our unit and why. In the end because of his demeanor and character I chose to get work done through his company. I got an ionizer placed and he patched a few areas where air was escaping. Cleaned condenser and added a second capacitor and cleaned the fan on inside of my house as well as checked the coils which were fine. In summary the company is trustworthy or at least my experience was good. At at a $49 diagnostic fee it was worth it to have someone come out and let me know where I'm at. Can't say enough though about Lazaro he sold me on trusting next gen so if everyone is like him you'll find value.”- S.S. -
Trustworthy Team
“My technician Joseph was a solid and upstanding dude. He took his time doing an inspection of my old hvac system. He let me hover over him and helped educate me on the different components of the furnace and AC units. He didn’t tell me what I wanted to hear, but he told me what I needed to hear. Would trust him and his team to do my maintenance and future installs for my home.”- Andrew W. -
Great Service!
“My AC stopped working and gave me a power failure message. Ryan was dispatched as the technician to assist. He was great, he quickly diagnosed the issues (fuses and capacitors). He gave me practical solutions and was great to work with. If I have issues in the future I will be asking for him specifically.”- Roger D. -
Appreciate the Team
“Gabe was so efficient and explained everything so we could understand. He took his time to thoroughly look at all of our concerns and figure out some type of solution. I appreciate his taking the time with us!”- Carly N. -
Went Above & Beyond
“Ryan was extremely professional and knowledgeable. He took the time to thoroughly explain everything in a clear, detailed way, which I genuinely appreciated. He was clean, respectful of our space, and very thorough in his work. You can tell he takes pride in what he does. He went above and beyond, and his kindness and professionalism did not go unnoticed. Highly recommend.”- Erika A.
