HVAC
Ductless and Zoning: costs by job
Install, replace, repair and maintain costs for every ductless and zoning job we track, with the trade required and how DIY-friendly each one is.
Verified August 2026
Cost comparison
Typical national figures for a standard single-family home.
| Mini Split InstallationTypical $5,200 · HVAC contractor · DIY 2/5 | $2,800 – $11,000 |
|---|---|
| Mini Split ReplacementTypical $5,200 · HVAC contractor · DIY 2/5 | $2,800 – $11,000 |
| Mini Split RepairTypical $1,144 · HVAC contractor · DIY 2/5 | $616 – $2,420 |
| Mini Split MaintenanceTypical $624 · HVAC contractor · DIY 2/5 | $336 – $1,320 |
| HVAC Zoning System InstallationTypical $4,400 · HVAC contractor · DIY 1/5 | $2,200 – $9,000 |
| HVAC Zoning System UpgradeTypical $3,520 · HVAC contractor · DIY 1/5 | $1,760 – $7,200 |
| Air Handler ReplacementTypical $3,400 · HVAC contractor · DIY 1/5 | $1,800 – $6,500 |
| Air Handler RepairTypical $748 · HVAC contractor · DIY 1/5 | $396 – $1,430 |
Mini Split
Mini Split InstallationTypical $5,200 · Tier 1Mini Split ReplacementTypical $5,200 · Tier 1Mini Split RepairTypical $1,144 · Tier 1Mini Split MaintenanceTypical $624 · Tier 2
Variants: Single zone · Multi zone · Ceiling cassette · Ducted