In article FREQf.17$Rb.1@trndny05, "Paul Isaacs"
wrote:

the $4500 does not include AC.

That sounds pretty high to me.

Three weeks ago I replaced my old, natural draft furnace.

Using my friend/HVAC perfectionist's suppliers, we installed the system with
my obligation being only his costs. He and I go back 40-years, he was a
groomsman at my wedding 32-years ago. I have seen the actual invoices.

Total REAL cost before tax: $1786.

$640 - WeatherKing 92% condensing furnace ("92.8%" AFUE)
255 - Evaporator coil assembly
891 - Rheem 13 SEER outdoor air conditioner

Of course, that does not account for the relatively minor bill from the sheet
metal supply house, the fancy, right angle pleated filter housing and sundry
supplies. Nor does it account for the adult beverages and fuel for hauling my
friend around. I am quite pleased with the job. It was a VERY valuable
learning experience for me. I might even be able to do it MYSELF again - in
my next life! HA!
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JR