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Air Duct Replacement Cost Calculator

Estimate duct replacement cost from your home's size, run count and how hard the attic or crawlspace is to work in.

Verified August 2026

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Conditioned area(sq ft)

Cost per square foot($)

Supply runs

Cost per run($)

Access

Permit fee($)

Estimated total cost

$7,095 – $10,077

Cost per square foot: $4
Cost per supply run: $806

Estimates only. Local pricing, site conditions and code requirements change the real number.

The formula

Cost = (sq ft x rate) + (runs x per-run cost) x access multiplier + permit

Duct replacement is priced mostly by labor hours. Tight crawlspaces and low attics can add 30–50% over an open, walkable space.

Worked example

Replacing ductwork in a 1,800 sq ft home with 10 supply runs typically runs $6,000 to $9,500.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to replace ductwork?

Whole-home duct replacement usually runs $3,500 to $12,000 in 2026, or roughly $2 to $4 per conditioned square foot.

Should I replace ducts with the HVAC system?

If ducts are over 20 years old, undersized or badly leaking, doing both at once saves labor and protects the new system's efficiency rating.

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Sources & verification

Last verified August 2026. Cost figures are modeled estimates based on national baselines adjusted for local labor and material pricing — they are not quotes. Permit rules change; confirm with the building department before starting work.