How Much Does It Cost To Move Your AC Or Furnace In Steubenville, OH Or Weirton, WV?

Quick Answer

Moving an air conditioner or furnace in the Upper Ohio Valley usually costs between $1,500 and $4,250, depending on how far the equipment needs to move, how accessible the space is, and whether new ductwork or line sets are required. Because this work involves refrigerant, electrical, and gas lines, it’s almost always a full reinstallation project—not a simple relocation.

By Alex Largent, Owner & Senior Efficiency Analyst, Honest Fix Heating, Cooling & Plumbing

Can You Move An Air Conditioner Or Furnace?

Yes—but not easily.

Moving an HVAC system is essentially a controlled rebuild, requiring certified technicians to disconnect, relocate, and recommission both the mechanical and electrical components.

A typical move may include:

• Recovering refrigerant and cutting copper line sets
• Pouring and leveling a new outdoor pad
• Running new electrical circuits or junction boxes
• Cutting and resealing wall penetrations
• Re-configuring ductwork and venting (especially for furnaces)

If drywall or finished walls need to be opened, costs rise quickly. Even an eight-foot move to make room for a patio or basement remodel often exceeds $1,700 once electrical, refrigerant, and ductwork are modified.

How Much Does It Cost To Move An AC?

For most Upper Ohio Valley homes, moving an outdoor AC condenser costs $1,275 to $2,550.

Typical HVAC Relocation Costs

What Drives The Cost Up

• Long distance relocations (beyond 5–8 feet)
• Finished basements or walls that require demolition
• Replacing the line set and electrical conduit
• Building a new pad and regrading gravel
• Recovering and recharging refrigerant

What Keeps Costs Down

• Short moves within a few feet
• Unfinished basement or crawlspace access
• Reusing an existing pad or conduit (if still compliant)

How Much Does It Cost To Move A Furnace?

Moving a gas or electric furnace is even more complex—usually $2,550 to $4,250. That’s because every connection point (ducts, gas line, venting, condensate drain, and electrical) must be re-engineered to code.

Typical work includes:

• Disconnecting and rebuilding ductwork
• Adjusting or replacing gas lines
• Rewiring control and power circuits
• Re-routing flue pipe and condensate lines
• Rebalancing airflow across the system

In one recent project in Weirton’s North End, a homeowner moved a 12-year-old furnace five feet to make space for a basement bathroom. Including gas line relocation and duct changes, the total was $2,950.

Local Example: Steubenville Basement Remodel

A family in Steubenville, OH, near Fort Steuben Mall, called Honest Fix during a basement renovation. Their furnace blocked a new bathroom layout. We moved it four feet, replaced ductwork elbows, and reran the gas line.

Total project: $2,750
Timeframe: 2 days

They kept their existing 5-year-old system—and gained a cleaner, quieter layout without replacement costs.

Is Moving HVAC Equipment Worth It?

Sometimes. The decision depends on system age, condition, and your remodeling goals.

• System Age: If your system is 10–15 years old, replacement may be more cost-effective.
• Condition: If it’s already unreliable or inefficient, moving it is often wasted money.
• Home Layout: In some remodels or additions, relocation may be the only viable option.

Rule of thumb: If the move costs more than 25% of a full replacement, consider replacing instead. You’ll often gain efficiency, a new warranty, and cleaner installation for not much more investment.

What To Check Before Moving Your HVAC

Before you move forward, make sure your plan and space are ready. Here’s a quick checklist our Comfort Guides use when advising homeowners:

• Verify your system’s age and warranty coverage (we can help look it up).
• Check clearances and venting requirements for the new location.
• Confirm electrical or gas access is available where you plan to move it.
• Schedule at least one day of downtime for the project.
• Ensure permits and inspections are arranged—Honest Fix handles this for you.

Every move we complete is permitted and inspected to Ohio and West Virginia code—so you never have to wonder if it’s done right.

Do You Need A New Line Set?

In most cases, yes. Copper refrigerant lines stiffen and oxidize with age. Bending or reusing them can cause leaks or kinks that shorten system life.

Honest Fix always replaces line sets during a move—it’s the safest way to protect your compressor and maintain manufacturer warranty coverage.

What Happens After The Move?

Once relocated, the system must be recommissioned to factory specifications.

Our NATE-certified technicians verify:

• Proper refrigerant charge and pressure
• Secure electrical and grounding connections
• Correct airflow and return static pressure
• Safe gas and flue operation (for furnaces)

Only after those steps does the system resume normal service.

What Guarantees Do You Offer?

Every HVAC relocation by Honest Fix is covered by our Service Trust Guardian, which includes:

• 5-Year Labor Warranty on all repair-related labor
• On-Time Arrival Guarantee ($50 credit if late)
• Clean Work Area Guarantee (we leave it cleaner than we found it)
• Money-Back Satisfaction Guarantee (60-day refund if not right)

For new installations completed during a move, coverage upgrades to our Lifetime Trust Shield, which includes a 15-Year Labor Warranty and No-Lemon Guarantee.

Honest Fix Guidance: Move Or Replace?

Key Takeaway

Moving your AC or furnace is possible, but rarely simple. It’s a full mechanical project that requires licensed HVAC and electrical expertise. Always compare the cost of moving versus replacing—especially if your system is older or inefficient.

If you’re unsure which path makes sense, Honest Fix will walk the space, assess your system, and give you a free exact quote—not a ballpark guess.

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