AC repair cost in Paradise, NV
Prices last checked October 29, 2026
Most AC repairs in Paradise 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
- Paradise reports
- 0
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Range shown: single repair, parts and labor.
Getting it done in Paradise
- Permits
- Clark County Building & Fire Prevention. The county requires a permit to replace any mechanical system. A home AC or furnace replacement under 5 tons is a simple online permit, one permit per appliance.
- Power company
- NV Energy. NV Energy's PowerShift page (checked Oct 29, 2026) lists free smart thermostats, free home energy assessments, Home Energy Saver offers (AC retrofits, pool pump calibrations and income-qualified AC tune-ups) and free appliance replacement for customers who qualify. We didn't see a standalone AC replacement rebate listed, so ask your contractor and check the Home Energy Saver page.
- Homes here
Paradise is unincorporated Clark County, created in 1950. It holds most of the Strip, the airport and UNLV, plus older neighborhoods east of the Strip. Source
- ZIP codes
- 89109, 89119, 89120, 89121, 89123, 89169
What neighbors paid or were quoted in Paradise
No Paradise reports yet. Published ranges are a start, but real invoices from neighbors are what make this page worth trusting. If you've had this done, it takes a minute to share.
Plus 1 report from elsewhere in the valley on the valley-wide page.
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. None of these are Paradise-only numbers yet.
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 Paradise?
Most AC repairs in Paradise 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.
Can I get a rebate on a new AC in Paradise?
Paradise homes are served by NV Energy. NV Energy's PowerShift page (checked Oct 29, 2026) lists free smart thermostats, free home energy assessments, Home Energy Saver offers (AC retrofits, pool pump calibrations and income-qualified AC tune-ups) and free appliance replacement for customers who qualify. We didn't see a standalone AC replacement rebate listed, so ask your contractor and check the Home Energy Saver page.
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.