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By Joanna Brown
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Posted 8/1/23

Furnaces will keep you comfortable and your home warm even on the coldest days. A furnace will have various needs over its service life that both homeowners and HVAC contractors attend to. At HVAC.com, we have compiled everything you need to know about furnaces.

When it’s time for furnace installation, whether in a new home or an older home in need of a heating system upgrade, there are numerous HVAC equipment manufacturers who offer high-quality furnaces for residential use. The leading brands of furnaces include:

Furnace Cost Calculator

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How Much Does HVAC Replacement Cost?

Average Cost: $3,250 – $12,586

Like your home and needs, your HVAC project cost will be unique. Use the calculator to better estimate your investment.

*Estimate is based on current data and does not represent a guaranteed price. For accurate pricing contact a local HVAC dealer.

$5,000 – $6,000

Estimated Total

The average cost for a new HVAC system is $3,250 to $12,550, which includes equipment and labor fees for the installation of a central AC unit and gas furnace. The chosen HVAC brand, necessary ductwork repair, and your location will influence the project cost.

Furnace costs

Furnace installation cost

The cost to install furnace systems is a variable price, dependent on a number of different factors. On average, the cost to install furnace systems in a typical American home is around $4,200.

The main factors that affect the cost to install furnace system are:

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Occasionally over the service life of your furnace, furnace repair may be necessary. The cost to repair furnace systems varies widely depending on the type of the repair you need and the replacement parts and labor required to complete it.

Furnace installation

Furnace installation is a job for a professional – homeowners should not attempt to install a furnace on their own. The equipment price is the biggest portion of the total cost to install furnace systems in most cases, and this equipment needs to be properly installed and service by someone who knows what they’re doing. Don’t risk damage to your new furnace or costly energy waste due to improper furnace installation.

Before you call an HVAC contractor for furnace installation, do some research into the different furnace brands available. Today’s furnaces are packed with incredible technology that boosts energy efficiency and enhances user experience – look into the options available and see the brands and models that have features which help you meet your operational savings, sustainability, and comfort goals.

Furnace Maintenance Tips

Just like vehicles, machinery, and even other household appliances, furnaces need care over their years of service to keep them in good working order. A good furnace maintenance strategy combines professional and DIY tasks to give your furnace a great start going into heating season and keep it running throughout the coming months.

Make sure your furnace maintenance strategy includes the following:

Cost to Repair Furnace

On top of the actual furnace repair, most HVAC contractors charge a service call fee, which covers system diagnosis. A service call for furnace repair typically costs between $50 to $100. For emergency furnace repair overnight or on weekends or holidays, expect to pay more.

The cost to repair furnace systems varies between $100 to more than $1,000. On average, homeowners pay about $270 per furnace repair. Some approximate average costs to repair furnace systems include:

Tips 10 Things You Should Know About Furnaces

The top takeaways from this furnace guide that every homeowner should keep in mind are:

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