Your three options
| High-efficiency gas furnace | Dual fuel | Ducted heat pump | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical installed price | $5,500–$9,500 | $15,000–$22,000 | $14,000–$20,000 |
| Air conditioning | No (add-on) | Yes | Yes |
| Gas bill | Yes | Lower | None, once capped |
| Rebates | Generally none | Income-qualified | Income-qualified + federal |
Prices are planning ranges before rebates. Your quote is itemized after an in-home visit.
What's included in a furnace replacement
- Sizing based on a heat load calculation, not the old furnace's label
- Removal and disposal of the old furnace
- Venting checks and changes for high-efficiency equipment
- Gas permit and inspection
- Thermostat setup and a walk-through
Price a furnace and a heat pump side by side
One visit, three options, written prices. Decide with all the numbers in front of you.
When to replace instead of repair
- The furnace is over 15 years old and needs a major part
- You've had more than one repair in the past two winters
- A technician has found a cracked heat exchanger
- Some rooms never get warm and you also want cooling
If your furnace has simply stopped working, start with furnace repair. If you're leaning toward a heat pump, see how a gas furnace conversion works.
