Get estimates. And go for the 16 seer. My outdoor unit alone runs $2300.
Then there's the labor and the inside eq. I'd bet you're looking at around
5k if you buy some decent equipment. And don't forget you may need an
electrical upgrade if you're going all electric. you could also consider
the heat pump and retain the gas furnace if the electrical upgrade is out of
the question.

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Currently have a 80% gas furnace + A/C (not sure of the efficicency of
the A/C) - both units 7-8 years old.

2000 sq ft house in Indiana, decent insulation. Gas prices are going
up, electric rates are fairly low here.

Straightforward swapout of current setup for new heat pump, air
handler, backup electric coils. Assume 14 SEER.

Done by a reputable licensed local company (many to choose from), not
a fly by night.

Is this a $3000 thing, $4000, $5000 ? Just trying to get a bead on it
so I can plan ahead. May not even be worth it. Thank you.