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Heat Pump Replacement Cost in Massachusetts (2026)

Typical price for a 2,200 sq ft home getting a new 4-ton heat pump and air handler in Massachusetts: about $12,614 installed. Use the free itemized estimate below to check contractor quotes.

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Equipment & Materials
$7,717
Heat pump, air handler, line set, pad & thermostat
= Rows 4–7 below, materials only
Removal, Electrical & Hookup
$1,760
Old-system removal, refrigerant, wiring & condensate
= Rows 1–3 below, installed price
Turnkey Installed Total
$12,614
Complete changeout by a licensed HVAC contractor
= All rows below, installed price
A fair bid from a local builder in Massachusetts should land between $11,605 and $13,875. Get 3 quotes, and if one is far outside this range, ask why.

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Itemized cost breakdown

#ItemQuantityMaterialsLaborInstalled
1Remove & recycle old systemRefrigerant recovery, haul-away1 system$163$196$431
2Refrigerant, condensate & duct transitionsNitrogen purge, condensate line, sheet-metal plenumSummary fastener and parts allowance$586$196$938
3Electrical whip & breakerNew breaker, whip, surge protector1 circuit$228$98$391
44-ton heat pump (outdoor unit)15.2 SEER2 single-stage, R-454B refrigerant1 unit · 4 tons$4,689$393$6,098
5Matching air handler + backup heatMulti-speed air handler, 10 kW heat strip1 air handler$2,258$393$3,181
6Line set, pad & disconnectDetails in the spec sheet🔒 Included in $19 spec sheet$564$196$912
7ThermostatDetails in the spec sheet🔒 Included in $19 spec sheet$206$65$325
8Permit, startup & warranty registrationDetails in the spec sheet🔒 Included in $19 spec sheet$282$0$338
Turnkey total$8,976$1,537$12,614
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Common questions

How much does heat pump replacement cost in Massachusetts?

For a 2,200 sq ft home getting a new 4-ton heat pump and air handler, expect about $12,614 with a local pro in 2026. Fair quotes usually fall between $11,605 and $13,875.

Is this a free estimate template?

Yes. The breakdown on this page is free. The $19 Spec Pack puts these same line items in an editable Excel file and a PDF spec sheet you can hand to contractors, plus a permit checklist and a bid-comparison sheet.

How do I compare contractor quotes?

Ask each contractor to price the same scope, then compare their numbers line by line against this breakdown. A quote far below the range often leaves something out.

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