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Ductwork Replacement cost in Florida

Statewide pricing, permit posture and inspection sequence for ductwork replacement in Florida. Your city or county issues the actual permit — use the local links below to confirm fees.

Verified August 2026

Ductwork Replacement cost in Florida

$2,600 – $12,500

Most Florida homeowners pay around $5,600, or $250–$600 per supply run. Permit fees typically add $105–$370.

Permit: Yes. Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023)

Cost breakdown

Budget scope$2,600
Typical project$5,600
Premium / complex$12,500
per supply run$250 – $600
Permit fees$105 – $370
vs national baseline+4%
Timeline1-3 days of work, 1-3 weeks including permitting

What is different about ductwork replacement in Florida

One statewide code is enforced by 67 counties and 411 municipalities, and wind-borne debris, product approval and flood 50% rules change the scope of nearly every exterior project.

Owner-builder: Owner-builder exemption available on an owner-occupied home under FS 489.103(7). Ductwork Replacement generally requires a licensed contractor to pull the permit, even where owner-builder status is available.

Inspections

  • Duct rough-in
  • Duct leakage test
  • Final mechanical inspection

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

Ductwork pricing by city

Ductwork cost in Miami$3,000 – $14,200Ductwork cost in Fort Lauderdale$2,800 – $13,700Ductwork cost in West Palm Beach$2,800 – $13,400Ductwork cost in Tampa$2,600 – $12,500Ductwork cost in St. Petersburg$2,600 – $12,400Ductwork cost in Clearwater$2,600 – $12,200Ductwork cost in Orlando$2,600 – $12,200Ductwork cost in Kissimmee$2,500 – $11,800Ductwork cost in Jacksonville$2,400 – $11,500Ductwork cost in St. Augustine$2,500 – $12,000Ductwork cost in Sarasota$2,700 – $13,000Ductwork cost in Bradenton$2,600 – $12,600

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.