2025 refrigerant change
HVAC in Cedar Hills, UT
What a new heating and cooling system really costs, and how to size it right.
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- Refreshed for 2026 rules & rebates
Typical system replacement in Cedar Hills
$8,700–$14,200
Most pay around $11,500 · AC + gas furnace · 2,100 sq ft
$220–$600/yrEnergy bill savings
≈ $7,400 over 18 yrs
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Cost per unit
$4.16–$6.76
per sq ft of home
Most popular here
AC + gas furnace
~48% of U.S. installs
Typical timeline
1–3 days
Start to finish
Typical lifespan
15–22 yrs
AC + gas furnace
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2,100 sq ft
1,000 sq ftMost homes: 1,500–2,8004,000 sq ft
Recommended size for this home: ≈ 3.5 tons
A common pairing: central air plus a high-efficiency gas furnace.
Estimated total
$8,700–$14,200
$4.16–$6.76 per sq ft of home
BudgetPremium
- Est. energy savings
- $220–$600/yr
- Midpoint estimate
- $11,500
Planning estimate, not a quote, your actual price varies by contractor, materials, and scope.
System type
What each option costs
Adjusted for Cedar Hills. Premium choices cost more up front but often last longer or perform better.
AC + gas furnace$8,700–$14,200
Heat pump (all-electric)$9,800–$16,400
Dual-fuel (hybrid)$12,000–$16,400
Ductless mini-split$10,900–$19,700
Most popular here
AC + gas furnace
~48% of U.S. installs
Typical timeline
1–3 days
start to finish
Energy bill savings
$220–$600/yr
≈ $7,400 over 18 yrs
The real payoff of a new system is years of lower bills. Moving from an aging, low-efficiency unit to a modern high-efficiency one can trim a few hundred dollars a year off heating and cooling across a long season.
Spot a fair quote in Cedar Hills
A typical system replacement here runs $8,700–$14,200. A fair quote starts with a Manual J load calculation. Be wary of anyone who sizes a system off square footage alone or pushes a same-day signature.
- Ask for the Manual J load calc, not a rule-of-thumb size.
- Confirm the SEER2/AFUE rating and that it's A2L-compliant.
- Get the labor warranty and rebate paperwork in writing.
What changes your price
- System type & efficiency. Heat pump vs dual-fuel and the SEER2/HSPF2 tier move the price the most.
- Ductwork condition. Leaky or undersized ducts may need sealing or replacement to hit rated performance.
- 2025 refrigerant change. New systems use A2L refrigerant (R-454B/R-32) and run 10–20% higher than pre-2025 equipment.
- Proper sizing (Manual J). A load calculation prevents the costly mistake of oversizing or undersizing the system.
Seasonal pricing
When system replacement costs the least in Cedar Hills
Demand and weather move installer pricing through the year. These are modeled trends for Cedar Hills; the actual timing and savings vary.
Price vs the yearly average
Cheaper Pricier
Best time to buy
May
About 6% below average · ≈ $700 less on a typical job
Peak demand
January
About 7% above average · ≈ $800 more on a typical job
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Why it matters
Why it pays to do it right
Comfort in the toughest weather
An undersized or failing system can't keep up when the weather turns extreme, in deep cold or relentless heat. Right-sized equipment holds temperature without short-cycling.
The repair-vs-replace tipping point
Once a system is 12+ years old and out of warranty, a major repair often costs more than it buys, especially with old-refrigerant prices climbing.
Lower, steadier energy bills
Jumping from an aging unit to a high-efficiency one can cut heating and cooling costs meaningfully over a long season.
Cleaner, healthier air
New systems filter and dehumidify better, which matters when homes are sealed up for months of winter.
Local conditions
HVAC in Provo
Heating load is the top priority in Cedar Hills: the Provo–Orem valley runs roughly 5,500–5,800 heating degree days, hard Wasatch cold spells can persist for days during winter inversions, and the high-altitude dry air makes summers hot enough to demand central AC. A cold-climate heat pump sized with a proper Manual J calculation, typically paired with a gas backup for the coldest nights, is the recommended upgrade path, with Rocky Mountain Power Wattsmart rebates and Provo City Power efficiency incentives helping offset equipment costs in Provo.
Heating degree days
~5,600
Long cold Wasatch winters drive furnace and cold-climate heat-pump sizing; sealed, well-insulated ducts matter most.
Winter inversions
Frequent
Valley inversions trap cold air and particulates for days; a well-sealed, properly filtered system improves indoor air quality.
Cooling degree days
~1,100
Hot dry summers bring a real but moderate cooling load; low humidity makes central AC efficient in the Provo valley.
Rebates & efficiency
Rocky Mountain Power's Wattsmart program offers rebates on qualifying high-efficiency heat pumps and central AC in most of Provo, with bonuses for bundling duct sealing and insulation; Provo City Power offers its own efficiency rebates for customers within Provo's municipal utility territory. Dominion Energy Utah adds furnace rebates for gas customers. Ask your installer which Wattsmart or Provo City Power tier your equipment qualifies for, funds are budget-limited each program year.
Permits
Cedar Hills requires a mechanical permit and a final inspection for a full HVAC changeout; a licensed contractor typically pulls it for you.
FAQ
HVAC questions, answered for Cedar Hills
Does a heat pump work in Cedar Hills's winters?
Yes, with planning. A cold-climate heat pump handles most Cedar Hills heating days efficiently, but valley temperatures can dip toward 5°F during hard inversions, so most installs pair it with a gas furnace or electric backup in a dual-fuel setup. A Manual J load calculation is the right way to size the system.
Are there rebates for heat pumps in Cedar Hills?
Yes. Rocky Mountain Power's Wattsmart program offers rebates on qualifying heat pumps and AC for most of Provo; Provo City Power has its own efficiency rebate program for customers inside Provo's utility boundary. Dominion Energy Utah adds furnace rebates for gas customers.
How do inversions affect indoor air quality in Provo?
Winter inversions trap particulates and cold air in the Utah Valley for days at a stretch. A high-MERV filter or in-duct air purifier makes a real difference during inversion events, ask your contractor about adding one during a system changeout.
How long does a full HVAC replacement take in Cedar Hills?
Most whole-home system swaps finish in one to two days. A dual-fuel install with ductwork modifications can take two to three days.
Guides
HVAC guides & buyer tips
Go deeper on costs, materials, and how to choose, then price it for your home above.
Cost guide
HVAC replacement cost and how to size a new system
What a new heating and cooling system costs in 2026, how the 2025 refrigerant change affects pricing, and how to size equipment right with a Manual J load calculation.
Read guideComparisonHeat pump vs. furnace and AC: how to choose
All-electric heat pump, gas furnace with AC, or a dual-fuel hybrid? How the three compare on cost, comfort, and operating expense, and which fits your climate.
Read guideComparisonAC repair vs. replace: when to stop fixing an old system
When an air conditioner is worth repairing and when to replace it, based on age, the cost of the fix, refrigerant type, and the 2025 refrigerant change that reset equipment prices.
Read guidePlanningSEER2, AFUE, and HSPF2 explained
What the efficiency ratings on an HVAC quote actually mean. SEER2 and EER2 for cooling, HSPF2 for heat pumps, AFUE for furnaces, plus the 2023 minimums and what's worth paying for.
Read guidePlanningWhat size AC or furnace do you need?
Why HVAC sizing is a load calculation, not a guess. How Manual J works, what tonnage and BTUs mean, and why an oversized system short-cycles and wears out early.
Read guidePlanningDo heat pumps work in cold climates?
Modern cold-climate heat pumps keep heating well below freezing. How they perform in deep cold, what backup heat and HSPF2 mean, and when dual-fuel makes sense.
Read guideHow we estimate: ranges combine national pricing with Cedar Hills's local cost index and the options you choose. They're modeled for planning and may differ from contractor quotes. Always get an on-site assessment before you commit.
Pricing modeled for 2026Sources & method