How much does a Rheem evaporator coil cost?

Brand

Brand Evaporator Coil Replacement Cost
Rheem or Ruud $300 – $1,300
Bryant $250 – $1,000
TempStar $200 – $1,100
Aspen $250 – $700

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Evaporator Coil Costs

Coil Capacity Uncased Total Cost*
3.0 ton $265 – $1,000 $780 – $2,025
3.5 ton $300 – $1,115 $850 – $2,200
4.0 ton $410 – $1,240 $1,005 – $2,350
5.0 ton $430 – $1,395 $1,540 – $2,650

Can I replace an evaporator coil myself?

Some technicians charge anywhere from $800 to $1,500 to do this. While we suggest hiring a professional to replace evaporator coils, here’s an idea of what you can expect, if you want to try it yourself.

Is it worth replacing evaporator coil?

The efficiency of an AC unit is at its best for the first 10 to 12 years of its life. That said, if your AC is nearing 8 years old, replacing just the evaporator coil would be like putting a brand new engine into a dying car—it’s just not worth the money.

Which evaporator coil is best?

By tradition, copper is considered the better choice when it comes to the manufacture of evaporator and condenser coils. The reason behind this is its rate of heat transfer, its cost effectiveness, its flexibility and of course, the fact that copper line sets were made to join split systems.

How do I read my Rheem model number?

You can determine the size in tons of your Rheem HVAC system by examining the model number on the data sti at the side of the a/c condenser (outdoor unit). Look for the second cluster of digits of the model number. It will have a number divisible by 6 or 12, and represents the nominal BTU of the system in thousands.

How do I read my Rheem serial number?

Quick answer: For most Rheem models and all those made recently, the serial number begins with a letter followed by 9 numbers. The first two numbers after the letter represent the week of the year, 1 through 52. The second two numbers (numbers 3 and 4) are the year.

How long do evaporator coils last?

10 to 15 years
If proper maintenance is regularly performed, then the evaporator coils should last 10 to 15 years, which is the ideal lifetime for an evaporator coil and comparable to the lifespan of an AC unit. However, how long your evaporator coils last will be much shorter if your unit is improperly maintained.