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How much does ductwork replacement cost?

National price ranges for ductwork replacement, the unit pricing contractors quote from, and what the same job costs across local markets.

Verified August 2026

Ductwork Replacement cost

$2,500 – $12,000

Most homeowners pay around $5,400 for ductwork replacement, or $250–$600 per supply run. Permit fees add $90–$320.

Price breakdown

Budget scope$2,500
Typical project$5,400
Premium / complex$12,000
per supply run$250 – $600
Permit fees$90 – $320
Timeline1-3 days of work, 1-3 weeks including permitting

What drives the price

  • Number of supply and return runs
  • Flex duct versus rigid sheet metal
  • Attic access and clearance
  • Return air sizing corrections
  • Removal of contaminated duct board

Cost by city

Same scope, adjusted for local labor, material and permit pricing.

Ductwork cost in Naples$3,100 – $14,900 · +24%Ductwork cost in Miami$3,000 – $14,200 · +18%Ductwork cost in Fort Lauderdale$2,800 – $13,700 · +14%Ductwork cost in West Palm Beach$2,800 – $13,400 · +12%Ductwork cost in Fort Myers$2,700 – $13,100 · +9%Ductwork cost in Sarasota$2,700 – $13,000 · +8%Ductwork cost in Cape Coral$2,700 – $12,800 · +7%Ductwork cost in Bradenton$2,600 – $12,600 · +5%Ductwork cost in Venice$2,700 – $12,700 · +6%Ductwork cost in Tampa$2,600 – $12,500 · +4%Ductwork cost in St. Petersburg$2,600 – $12,400 · +3%Ductwork cost in Clearwater$2,600 – $12,200 · +2%Ductwork cost in Orlando$2,600 – $12,200 · +2%Ductwork cost in Port St. Lucie$2,600 – $12,200 · +2%Ductwork cost in St. Augustine$2,500 – $12,000 · 0%Ductwork cost in Port Charlotte$2,500 – $12,000 · 0%Ductwork cost in Brandon$2,500 – $12,000 · 0%Ductwork cost in Kissimmee$2,500 – $11,800 · -2%Ductwork cost in Daytona Beach$2,500 – $11,800 · -2%Ductwork cost in Melbourne$2,500 – $11,900 · -1%Ductwork cost in Jacksonville$2,400 – $11,500 · -4%Ductwork cost in Lakeland$2,400 – $11,400 · -5%Ductwork cost in Gainesville$2,400 – $11,300 · -6%Ductwork cost in Pensacola$2,400 – $11,400 · -5%Ductwork cost in Tallahassee$2,300 – $11,200 · -7%

Frequently asked questions

Does duct replacement need a permit in Florida?

Yes. Replacing a duct system requires a mechanical permit and a duct leakage test in most Florida jurisdictions, because duct leakage is regulated under the energy code.

Sources

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.