Independent planning report
Within estimated rangeQuote review
Modeled planning range$8,850–$14,950
Typical modeled cost$11,900
Your quote$12,500
Metro basisChicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN
Service-cost factor1.036×
BEA 2024 RPP · released Feb 2026. The factor applies only to marked labor and field-service components, not equipment.
The quote falls inside the modeled planning range.
$8,850$14,950
Lower scopeModeled rangeHigher scope
Cost breakdown
| Component | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Matched equipment package | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Removal and installation laborRegional service factor applied | $2,700 | $4,650 |
| Permit and inspection allowance | $150 | $500 |
| Startup, testing, and disposalRegional service factor applied | $200 | $500 |
| Lineset, pad, controls, and materials | $800 | $1,800 |
| Modeled total | $8,850 | $14,950 |
Address-level permit and rules check
Mechanical, electrical, fuel-gas, energy-code, refrigerant, and inspection rules are adopted by state and local authorities. A ZIP identifies a price region, not the exact authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). Confirm the project address with the city or county permit office before work.
This is a consumer planning model, not a contractor bid. Taxes, permits, hidden conditions, premium equipment, and unusual access can change the final price.