Cranston is a high cost-of-living market — pricing guide and permit rules below.
Cranston hvac rates: $4,000-$14,000 per system. Always get 3 written quotes and verify RI licensing at Rhode Island CRB (crb.ri.gov). Sales tax on materials: 7%.
Cranston requires permits when work exceeds $1,000 or involves full system replacement. Your licensed contractor pulls the permit — if they ask you to pull it, that's a red flag.