Cost guide
AC Repair Cost in Shreveport and Bossier City
Most AC repairs cost $150 to $650, with a national average of about $360 (HomeGuide, read November 11, 2026). These are national ranges, not local quotes. The local part of the bill is the permit, where one applies: from $30 in Shreveport and $40 in Bossier City.
Published November 11, 2026 · Figures and rules checked against the sources listed at the end of this page.
Price by repair
| Repair | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic | $75 to $200 |
| Capacitor | $100 to $250 |
| Contactor | $200 to $450 |
| Hard start kit | $100 to $270 |
| Thermostat | $140 to $350 |
| Drain line flush | $75 to $250 |
| Drain pan | $200 to $600 |
| Condensate pump | $100 to $450 |
| Coil cleaning | $100 to $400 |
| Condenser fan motor | $200 to $700 |
| Blower motor | $300 to $900 |
| Circuit board | $150 to $700 |
| Refrigerant recharge | $100 to $600 |
| Refrigerant leak repair | $200 to $1,500 |
| Compressor | $600 to $2,500 |
| Evaporator coil | $1,000 to $4,500 |
Source: HomeGuide, “How Much Does AC Repair Cost? (2026)”. National figures, not Shreveport or Bossier City quotes.
What the visit itself costs
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic | $75 to $200 |
| Standard hourly labor | $75 to $150 |
| After-hours hourly labor | $160 to $250 |
| Tune-up | $70 to $200 |
The local line: permit fees
Both cities price a mechanical permit on the price of the job (Shreveport on contract cost, Bossier City on the contract or selling price). On a $3,000 repair the published formulas give $40 in Shreveport and $52 in Bossier City. The permit guide has both fee tables and the rules on which repairs need one.
What moves a quote up or down
- The part. A capacitor and a compressor are both “the outdoor unit is not running”, at very different prices.
- The hour. After-hours labor roughly doubles the hourly rate. A system that still cools a little can often wait for a weekday.
- Refrigerant type. Older refrigerants cost more per pound, which widens the recharge range.
- Access. An attic air handler or a tight closet adds labor time.
- Warranty. A part still under manufacturer warranty leaves you paying labor only. Ask before approving the repair.
When the repair price points to replacement
A quote for a compressor ($600 to $2,500) or an evaporator coil ($1,000 to $4,500) on an older system is the point to compare against a new one. The replacement cost page sets the two side by side.
Sources and dates
Every figure and rule above names where it came from and the date it was read. If a source disagrees with a quote you receive, the quote wins: it reflects your house, your equipment and this week's demand. Prices are rechecked at least every six months.
- HomeGuide, “How Much Does AC Repair Cost? (2026)” — read November 11, 2026. National ranges, not Shreveport or Bossier City quotes
- City of Shreveport, “Permit Request for HVAC Permit” form — read November 11, 2026
- City of Shreveport, “Your Guide to Building Permits & Inspections and the Metropolitan Planning Commission” (2026) — read November 11, 2026
- Bossier City, Mechanical Permits & Registration — read November 11, 2026
- Bossier City, “Mechanical Permit fees” — read November 11, 2026