Install Central A/C Cost in Madison, WI in 2026
Most Install Central A/C projects in Madison, WI cost between $3,900 and $12,500. The typical price is $7,000.
Central AC alone, reusing the existing furnace and ductwork.
Labour and materials in Madison run about 6% above 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 Madison, WI
Businesses listed on Google near Madison, WI. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
4.9(5,266 reviews)
3361 Brooks Dr, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
All Comfort Services
4.8(3,668 reviews)
5245 Voges Rd, Madison, WI 53718
Harker Heating & Cooling
4.9(2,013 reviews)
87 Nob Hill Rd, Madison, WI 53713
Action Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning and Electric, Inc.
4.9(1,220 reviews)
1338 S Midvale Blvd, Madison, WI 53711
Aire Serv of Madison
4.9(541 reviews)
4719 Ivywood Trail, McFarland, WI 53558
Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electric
5.0(445 reviews)
6120 Cottonwood Dr, Fitchburg, WI 53719