Cost of Whole House Fans
January 2013
Do you need to know the range of average installed costs for Whole House Fans in your zip code? Do you need an independent, 2013 cost breakdown of Whole House Fan material and installation costs?
The Homewyse Whole House Fan cost estimator provides up to date pricing information for your area. Enter your zip code, the size of your project below and click "Update". The table below summarizes the average 2013 cost to install Whole House Fans in your area for good, better and custom quality work.
- To avoid costly problems and get quality work at a fair price, have Whole House Fan installation completed by a licensed and bonded HVAC Contractor. Use the free Homewyse checklist for proven advice in finding, hiring and managing a trustworthy HVAC Contractor.
- You may be able to save on Whole House Fan installation costs by hiring a Handyman. Make sure that any prospective Handyman has relevant Whole House Fan experience, that you verify past work, and that you follow the homewyse checklist.
- Avoid costly warranty and maintenance problems for your Whole House Fan project. Use the homewyse Whole House Fan Installation checklists to make sure your project is completed with proper installation techniques and materials.
Whole House Fans - Pricing and Installation Cost Notes
- The homewyse cost estimates includes all typical costs for removal and disposal of existing unit, hardware and components needed to connect, secure and properly operate and service the whole house fan.
- The homewyse installation cost estimate does not include costs for new installation of, repairs to, or relocation of existing ducting, electrical supply line, fuel supply line or exhaust vent sytems.
- Higher priced Whole House Fans may include features such as higher capacity, multiple speed operation, louvered grille and seasonal louver cover.
- Whole House Fan installation costs are commonly quoted from a standard rate and can be estimated by the service professional with inspecting the job site.
- Energy saving Whole House Fans may qualify for cash rebates from local utility companies and/or federal tax credits. Rebates and tax credits vary widely, so compare carefully before buying.
- Expect to pay an additional 5% - 14% in material and installation costs for complex installation configurations and patterns.
- Save money on the total project by having multiple vendors bid on the same, complete description of Whole House Fan work for your project.
- Save money on installation costs by being flexible on project scheduling - schedule your project during slow periods for the installer.