Install Central A/C Cost in Wilmington, NC in 2026
Most Install Central A/C projects in Wilmington, NC cost between $3,600 and $11,500. The typical price is $6,500.
Central AC alone, reusing the existing furnace and ductwork.
Labour and materials in Wilmington run about 6% below the national average. These figures are adjusted for that, so they are not the national average you will find elsewhere.
What drives the price
- System size in tons and efficiency rating
- Heat pump versus furnace plus AC
- Ductwork condition and whether it is replaced
- Electrical or gas line changes
Usually included
- Equipment and refrigerant lines
- Installation, startup and commissioning
- New thermostat
- Haul-away of the old unit
Usually extra
- Duct replacement
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Permits and inspections
HVAC contractors in Wilmington, NC
Businesses listed on Google near Wilmington, NC. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Blaze Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing - Cape Fear
4.8(3,836 reviews)
1306 N 23rd St, Wilmington, NC 28405
Michael & Son Services
4.8(3,638 reviews)
6304 Castle Hayne Rd, Castle Hayne, NC 28429
Salt Air AC, Heat Pump & Electrical Repair
4.9(1,628 reviews)
3306 Kitty Hawk Rd #100, Wilmington, NC 28405
Green Dot Heating & Air
4.9(1,416 reviews)
204 Antilles Ct, Wilmington, NC 28405
Odyssey Mechanical, LLC
4.9(1,006 reviews)
3030 Hall Watters Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
James & Son Heating & Cooling, Inc.
4.9(800 reviews)
5310-D Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412