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Routine tune-up and maintenance plan pricing for Sterling homeowners.
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Single AC tune-up | $70 | $125 | $200 |
Single furnace tune-up | $80 | $135 | $220 |
Full HVAC inspection | $150 | $275 | $400 |
Annual maintenance plan Includes 2 visits/year + discounts on repairs | $120 | $240 | $360 |
Premium maintenance plan Priority service + free diagnostics | $200 | $350 | $500 |
Duct cleaning (full home) | $300 | $475 | $800 |
Filter replacement (per filter) | $15 | $35 | $75 |
Prices reflect humid subtropical metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.
Sterling sits in Northern Virginia's Loudoun County corridor, where hot, humid summers (88°F highs) and cold winters demand a full-season maintenance rhythm. The area shares its climate profile with the broader DC metro — Potomac humidity means both cooling and heating systems work hard across distinct seasons. For hvac maintenance Sterling homeowners, 5 contractors serve the area averaging a near-perfect 4.9 stars across 11,868 combined reviews, with 3 offering 24/7 availability.
A single AC tune-up runs $70–$200, a furnace tune-up $80–$220, and a full HVAC inspection $150–$400. Annual maintenance plans that bundle both systems often reduce per-visit costs significantly. Virginia contractors must hold a Class A, B, or C Contractor License with the HVA specialty from DPOR — Class A covers projects exceeding $120K, B covers $10K–$120K, and C covers smaller work — so you can verify a contractor's tier before signing a maintenance agreement.
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