[eclarkso]

I agree that seems expensive, but I wouldn't be totally shocked if a high-SEER, "name brand" unit with a pricey contractor could get that high. I had >100% cost variation for similar equipment between HVAC contractor quotes the last time I replaced a unit.

[zamalek]

Yep, the price delta is definitely because of the high seer rating. That being said, we were quoted about the same price for a 16 seer unit from another contractor (McCarthy). It's definitely worth shopping around.