What do heat pump permits in Baltimore show?
In Baltimore, the middle half of heat pump permit values runs from $4,360 to $12,840, with a median of $8,000. That is from 92 permits issued October 2023 to October 2026, adjusted to today's dollars. Baltimore is the only South city in our data for this job, so the regional range is the same.
Reviewed by Matt Kovalik, licensed Minnesota journeyworker electrician. License AJ703617 (verify). Updated October 2026.
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Fair.
Your quote sits in the middle half of what these permits show.
What 92 permits in Baltimore show.
Middle half: $4,360 to $12,840.
Across regions, the median permit value runs from $8,000 in Baltimore to $13,940 in Buffalo and Pittsburgh.
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18 permits in the tallest bar
Permits in each value band
| Permit value | Permits |
|---|---|
| under $3,100 | 14 |
| $3,100 to $5,600 | 16 |
| $5,600 to $8,100 | 18 |
| $8,100 to $10,600 | 10 |
| $10,600 to $13,100 | 13 |
| $13,100 to $15,600 | 12 |
| $15,600 to $18,100 | 6 |
| $18,100 to $20,600 | 1 |
| $20,600 to $23,100 | 0 |
| $23,100 to $25,600 | 0 |
| $25,600 to $28,100 | 0 |
| $28,100 and up | 2 |
Baltimore is the only South city in our data for this job, so its range is the South range.
Questions to ask before you sign
Matt's list for this job.
- What heating and cooling loads did you calculate, and how did you choose this equipment?The house and local climate should drive capacity selection rather than the label on the outgoing unit.
- What heat output can this model deliver at our winter design temperature?Cold-weather output is the figure that matters when the house needs the most heat.
- What backup heat is included, when will it run, and how will the controls choose between heat sources?The backup source and changeover settings affect both winter comfort and the power or fuel you use.
- Will my electrical service support the heat pump and its backup heaters operating together?Electric backup heaters can add a substantial load beyond the heat pump itself.
- Which duct changes, refrigerant lines, drains, outdoor mounting work, and permits does your price cover?Airflow, defrost drainage, and room for repairs all need space in the installation plan.
- How will you commission and test the controls, defrost operation, and backup heat?Poor control settings can leave an otherwise working system relying on the wrong heat source.
- Which available incentives apply to this exact system, and who handles paperwork, warranty registration, and service?Incentive eligibility follows the specific equipment and program terms, while future service needs a reliable contact.
Also worth asking
- Can you list the exact equipment and all installation changes in the written bid?Model names leave out the labor and connection changes needed to put that equipment into service.
- What does the labor warranty cover, and what maintenance or registration is required?Parts coverage may exclude troubleshooting and return visits, and missed maintenance or registration can affect your coverage.
Questions people ask
How wide is the range in Baltimore?
The middle half of heat pump permits in Baltimore runs from $4,360 to $12,840, and a tenth of permits sit below $2,500 while a tenth sit above $15,050. A quote outside the middle half is not wrong on its own, but it should come with a reason you can see in the scope, so compare it line by line.
Source and calibration
Baltimore passed the city calibration check: its median AC replacement permit value, $8,530, is within 20% of the survey reference for its region.