AC repair cost in Las Vegas
Prices last checked October 29, 2026
Most AC repairs in the Las Vegas valley cost $90 to $400 for common parts like a capacitor or contactor. A diagnostic visit runs $75 to $180, and a compressor runs $1,350 to $1,800.
- Service call
- $75–$180
- Capacitor
- $90–$400
- Compressor
- $1,350–$1,800
- Neighbor reports
- 1
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Range shown: single repair, parts and labor.
Permits and power company by area
Same valley, different paperwork. Who issues the permit and who runs the rebates depends on where you live.
| Area | Permits | Power company |
|---|---|---|
| Henderson | City of Henderson Building and Fire Safety | NV Energy |
| North Las Vegas | City of North Las Vegas Permit Application Center | NV Energy |
| Summerlin | City of Las Vegas north of Charleston Blvd, Clark County in Summerlin South | NV Energy |
| Spring Valley | Clark County Building & Fire Prevention | NV Energy |
| Enterprise | Clark County Building & Fire Prevention | NV Energy |
| Paradise | Clark County Building & Fire Prevention | NV Energy |
| Boulder City | Boulder City Community Development | Boulder City Utilities |
| Pahrump | Nye County Building Department | Valley Electric Association |
| City of Las Vegas | City of Las Vegas Building & Safety | NV Energy |
A permit is required to change any part of a heating or cooling system. Exact change-outs can be permitted online in the City of Las Vegas. NV Energy's AC rebates have run out mid-year before; in 2024 they ended August 31. Source
Why AC costs what it does here
- Las Vegas averages 78 days a year at 100°F or hotter (1991 to 2020 normals). Source
- 2024 set records: 101 days at 100°F or hotter, and an all-time high of 120°F on July 7. Source
Units here run harder and longer than almost anywhere in the country, so they wear out sooner and contractors are slammed every summer. That's when quotes are highest and you have the least time to shop around. If your system is getting old, getting quotes in the fall or winter gives you room to compare.
What neighbors paid or were quoted
| Job | Area | When | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freon (refrigerant) repairThe unit broke down again the next day. Reported by FOX5.From a public post | Las Vegas | Jun 2024 | $850paid |
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Published price ranges
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic or service callNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $75 | $180 |
| Capacitor or contactorNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $90 | $400 |
| Hard-start kitNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $100 | $250 |
| Condenser fan motorNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $100 | $300 |
| ThermostatNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $60 | $250 |
| Circuit boardNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $120 | $600 |
| Refrigerant rechargeNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $169 | $400 |
| Refrigerant leak find and fixNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $225 | $1,600 |
| Evaporator coilNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $650 | $1,200 |
| CompressorNRS (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $1,350 | $1,800 |
| Weak airflow (filter, duct, blower or belt)Ambient Edge (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $250 | $600 |
| Unit short-cyclingAmbient Edge (Las Vegas HVAC company), undated | $200 | $1,200 |
From Las Vegas valley contractors and cost guides, not invoices. Where a source has no date we say so. The low end in the summary uses the HVAC Project Cost range since it breaks prices out by system type; Ambient Edge's wider range starts lower.
How not to overpay
- Ask about the service fee up front. What is it, and does it come off the repair if you go ahead?
- Get the broken part named. A capacitor or contactor is a cheap part. If the quote is vague, ask exactly what failed.
- Watch summer surcharges. Nights and weekends in July cost more. If the house is safe for a night, a weekday visit can save real money.
- Be wary of yearly refrigerant top-offs. Needing refrigerant every year means a leak. Refilling it again is money you don't get back.
- Price the replacement too. On an older system, a big repair like a compressor can be better spent toward a new unit.
Common questions
How much does AC repair cost in Las Vegas?
Most AC repairs in the Las Vegas valley cost $90 to $400 for common parts like a capacitor or contactor. A diagnostic visit runs $75 to $180, and a compressor runs $1,350 to $1,800.
Should I repair or replace my AC?
A compressor runs about $1,350 to $1,800 in published local ranges. On an older system, that money often goes further toward a new unit, so get a replacement quote too before deciding.