Heat pump repair costs $150 to $650 for most jobs, with Fixr putting the average at $400.[1] Angi puts the typical range at $161 to $661, with most homeowners paying around $410, based on 4,007 verified projects reported by Angi Pros nationwide.[2] HomeAdvisor, Angi’s corporate sibling, publishes identical figures, a $410 average within $161 to $661, and notes repairs can run from as little as $69 to as high as $2,500.[3] The sibling pages publish matching numbers, and matching figures alone do not establish independent corroboration. HomeGuide puts minor repairs at $150 to $650 and, for units no longer under warranty, major part replacements at $650 to $2,500 or more, from research and project costs reported by its members.[4] Fixr notes heat pump repairs run above general HVAC repair costs, which it puts around $275.[1]
Heat pump repair cost by source
| Source | Average (per repair) | Typical range (per repair) |
|---|---|---|
| Fixr | $400 | $150 – $650 |
| Angi | $410 | $161 – $661 |
| HomeAdvisor | $410 | $161 – $661 |
| HomeGuide | (not listed) | $150 – $650 minor / $650 – $2,500+ major (out of warranty) |
Angi ties its figures to 4,007 verified projects reported by Angi Pros; HomeGuide’s come from research and project costs reported by its members. Angi and HomeAdvisor are corporate siblings publishing identical figures; matching figures alone do not establish independent corroboration.
Heat pump repair cost by service
Minor work stays cheap: a service call or drain line cleaning runs $75 to $300, while a condenser replacement can reach $4,000.[1]
| Service needed | Cost (Fixr, per repair) |
|---|---|
| Standard service call | $75 – $250 |
| Drain line cleaning | $75 – $300 |
| Thermostat replacement | $85 – $300 |
| Condenser coil cleaning | $100 – $300 |
| Capacitor replacement | $100 – $400 |
| Condensate pump replacement | $100 – $450 |
| Refrigerant recharge | $100 – $600 |
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $100 – $700 |
| Circuit board replacement | $150 – $700 |
| Drain pan replacement | $200 – $800 |
| Refrigerant leak repair | $200 – $1,500 |
| Expansion valve replacement | $250 – $800 |
| Blower motor replacement | $300 – $1,000 |
| Reversing valve replacement | $350 – $700 |
| Evaporator coil replacement | $550 – $2,500 |
| Compressor replacement | $800 – $2,500 |
| Condenser coil replacement | $900 – $2,300 |
| Condenser replacement | $1,000 – $4,000 |
| Air handler replacement | $1,500 – $3,500 |
Heat pump repair cost by service needed. Source: Fixr.
Heat pump repair cost by component
Angi publishes its own component-level figures, which differ from Fixr’s on several rows.[2]
| Repair type | Cost (Angi, per repair) |
|---|---|
| Compressor | $650 – $2,400 |
| Reversing valve | $200 – $650 |
| Capacitor / contactor | $120 – $400 |
| Fan motor | $200 – $700 |
| Thermostat | $80 – $350 |
| Refrigerant leak repair | $300 – $1,200 |
| Electrical / control board | $150 – $700 |
Heat pump repair cost by component. Source: Angi. Angi’s component figures differ from Fixr’s on several rows, for example compressor and refrigerant leak repair; each is reported as published. Angi cites its 4,007-project dataset on its national average and range, not on this component table.
Heat pump repair cost by type
Accessibility drives the spread: mini-split components are easy to reach, while geothermal components can require excavation.[1]
| Heat pump type | Repair cost (Fixr, per repair) |
|---|---|
| Ductless mini-split | $100 – $1,500 |
| Air-source | $150 – $1,600 |
| Geothermal | $200 – $2,000 |
| Hybrid (dual fuel) | $200 – $2,500 |
Repair cost by heat pump type, driven mainly by component accessibility. Source: Fixr.
Labor and service fees
Fixr puts the flat service call fee at $75 to $250, often including the diagnostic, with hourly labor of $75 to $150 beyond the first hour.[1] HomeGuide puts the service call and diagnostic at $75 to $200.[4]
Maintenance costs
A tune-up visit costs $70 to $200, and annual maintenance plans run $120 to $360 including tune-ups, priority service and repair discounts.[4]
Repair vs. replace a heat pump
Fixr puts full heat pump replacement at $8,350 on average, and its guidance is that repair is usually the better option for a system under 10 years old with a minor issue, while replacement makes more sense when a major component such as the condenser or a coil fails.[1] HomeAdvisor puts condenser replacement at $700 to $4,000 and notes ductwork corrections can add $200 to $2,000 to a repair project.[3]
Refrigerant work and certification
Repairs involving refrigerant, such as leak repair or a recharge, are not DIY territory. EPA regulations (40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F) under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act require that technicians who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of equipment that could release refrigerants into the atmosphere be certified.[5] HomeGuide also recommends looking for a NATE-certified technician for heat pump work.[4]
For mini-split owners handling basic upkeep like filters or condensate parts, the Mini-Split Parts category at Home Depot carries replacement parts for ductless systems (non-affiliate link, provided for convenience).
Related repair cost guides
A heat pump often replaces both a furnace and an air conditioner, so repair pricing overlaps those systems. See our guides to HVAC repair cost, AC repair cost, furnace repair cost, boiler repair cost and water heater repair cost.
Sources
- Fixr – Heat Pump Repair Cost (updated Jan 21, 2026)
- Angi – Heat Pump Repair Cost (updated Oct 8, 2026; figures based on 4,007 verified projects reported by Angi Pros)
- HomeAdvisor – How Much Does Heat Pump Repair Cost? (updated Jun 19, 2026)
- HomeGuide – Heat Pump Maintenance or Repair Cost (Jan 29, 2025; figures from research and project costs reported by its members)
- U.S. EPA – Section 608 Technician Certification Requirements
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