Quick answer: an AC tune-up costs about $70–$200 a visit, and yearly maintenance plans run about $75–$300 (This Old House). In Savannah, Service Experts lists a standard rate of $189 for a full HVAC tune-up, and specials are common: it advertised $49 through October 31, 2026.
What a tune-up costs
| Service | Typical price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| One AC tune-up visit | $70–$200 ($75–$200 flat fee) | This Old House |
| Full HVAC tune-up, Savannah | $189 standard rate | Service Experts Savannah |
| Annual maintenance plan | $75–$150 | This Old House |
| Twice-yearly plan | $150–$300 | This Old House |
| Condensate drain cleaning | $75–$250 ($235 regular price at Service Experts Savannah) | Fixr, This Old House, Service Experts |
Rebate: Georgia Power customers can get up to $75 back on an HVAC maintenance and tune-up visit by a licensed installer. Apply within 60 days of the paid invoice.
What a tune-up should include
This Old House lists the usual checks:
- Check the blower motor, filters, belts, fins, refrigerant levels and safety controls
- Test the thermostat (and carbon monoxide levels, on gas heating)
- Adjust fans and belts
- Clean the condensate drain, coils and burners
- Replace the air filter
- Lubricate moving parts and tighten electrical connections
Ask what the price includes and what costs extra, such as parts or refrigerant.
How often
This Old House says it's a good idea to have each part of your system tuned up once a year. In Savannah that means before the cooling season starts. With a heat pump, which both heats and cools, a twice-yearly plan covers both seasons.
Why the drain line matters in Savannah
An AC pulls a lot of water out of humid air, and it drains away through a small pipe. When that line clogs, water can back up into the drain pan, and many systems have a float switch that shuts the AC off to stop an overflow. A clear drain is part of a tune-up; on its own, clearing a clogged line costs about $75–$250.
A tune-up shouldn't be a sales call
If the technician recommends a big repair or a new system, ask for it in writing with the price, and get a second opinion before you commit. Our HVAC installation cost guide shows what a new system should cost.