Earthquakes and landslides are the two most serious landform-related natural hazards in Utah, whereas floods, wind, fire, and avalanches are the most prominent weather-related ones. Earthquake danger in Utah is high because of the large number of faults located in the state.
Split units do not require duct work, while packaged units do. Adding central air conditioning to a home with an existing forced-air heating system in a 2,000-square-foot house averages $3,000 - $4,000. If ducts need to be added, the cost can double, and a split unit is the way to go. As opposed to window units, a ductless system is quieter, and can also heat your home.
1 On average, a forced air furnace can cost anywhere from $400 to as much as $3,000. 2  The price really comes down to the type of system that you want to have and the design of home. 3  High efficiency models can cost anywhere from $1,300 to $2,000 for the unit alone. 4  This is not going to include the installation prices.