How long do heat pumps last? Usually 12 to 15 years, often 20 with good care. What shortens their life and when to replace instead of repair.
Author: <span>Juan Chousa</span>
Juan Chousa runs an online appliance spare-parts business and works every day with heating, cooling and appliance repairs. He writes HeatMath’s guides and builds its calculators.
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AC replacement cost in 2026: about $5,000–$10,500 for central air, or $9,000–$16,000 with new ducts. Prices by size and SEER2.