So, what's the bottom line? If you need to replace your furnace, it will cost you between $2000 and $6000 depending on the type of furnace, the cost of labor, and any upgrades that are necessary. However, financing is available so you don't have to pay for this all at once!
But the average cost per unit can range anywhere from $2,672 - $6,575. The national average is $4,820 - $9,350 for a full furnace installation.
The good news is that as long as the existing ductwork in your home is in tip-top condition and doesn't require a repair or replacement, the furnace installation should be completed within a day. On average, it takes about four to 10 hours to wrap up a furnace install, depending on the type and size of the unit.
Older furnaces need annual check ups. Main thing is the heat exchanger getting a crack, which could lead to fire or carbon monoxide poisioning. 20 years is a good time to start considering a new one but not essential, if the tech that comes to clean the burners sees an issue they will point it out to you.
This can lead to a wide range of installation costs. The national average cost for installing a gas furnace in a 2,000 sq. ft. home is $4,000 to $8,000, with most people paying around $6,000 for a high-efficiency gas furnace installed with minor modifications to update the vent and drain.
Better pricing: Since there's less demand for HVAC system replacement in spring and fall, your HVAC contractor might even offer their own savings incentives.
Your base homeowners policy will cover many types of damage to your furnace. An extra endorsement known as Equipment Breakdown Coverage (EBC) will give you additional coverage for certain types of mechanical or electrical failure.
Installation Entails More than Just the Furnace
For a gas-powered furnace, a contractor must set up a gas connection and vent. Installing an electric furnace requires running wiring, adding a circuit breaker, or perhaps updating an electrical panel. Holes are often drilled for pipes and wires.
A heat exchanger replacement is often one of the most costly repairs in a furnace, and the expense can sometimes rival that of installing a new furnace. Typical replacement costs vary widely but can easily reach several thousand dollars, especially if labor costs are factored in.
Even a slightly undersized furnace will accomplish the job the majority of the time. Taking things down a few sizes will more than likely solve some of your common heating problems like too high of a utility bill while half of your house is blazing and the other half is an icebox.
The cost for removal and disposal of an old furnace can range from $60 - $500. Ductwork: If your ductwork requires only simple duct modifications, the costs might be minimal, or up to $1000. For a completely new duct system, the price can add up to as much as $7000.
And, you'll need tools like pliers, screwdrivers, drills, hammers, multimeters, tube cutters, and others (the exact equipment required depends on the furnace model). Given the complexity of furnace installation and everything needed to accomplish it, you should never attempt it yourself.
Yes! Usually a furnace can be installed in one day. However, we just need to make sure that the existing ductwork in your home is in good shape (doesn't require a repair or a replacement). Another factor is the size of the unit that we're installing.
On average, customers can expect to pay between $2,500 and $7,500 for a new furnace, including installation costs. Home Depot also offers financing options to help purchase a new furnace more affordable.
Gas Furnace: $3,000 – $6,000. Electric Furnace: $2,500 – $5,000.
Key Takeaways. The cost of a new furnace installation varies widely from $2,000 to $8,000+, with numerous factors such as size, type, efficiency, branding, and additional work such as duct modifications affecting the total price.
Repair: If your furnace system is less than 15 years old and the cost of repair is less than half the cost of replacement. Replace: If your furnace system is more than 15 years old and requires a costly repair to maintain efficiency.
The average cost of an HVAC service call is about $100 to $250, depending on the problem. The total hourly rate for an HVAC technician ranges from $65 to $150+ per hour, with additional parts costing anywhere from $40 to over $1000.
A standard policy typically won't cover the cost to replace your furnace if there was a mechanical problem, but you may be able to add an equipment breakdown endorsement for an additional cost that may provide coverage.
For people taking a proactive approach, doing a furnace replacement during the “shoulder seasons” of spring and autumn may offer lower prices, shorter lead times, and a better selection of products and service appointment availability.
In most cases, labor costs for installing a new furnace can run from $75 to $100 per hour. Labor costs can vary by location, though; for example, if you live in a place with a higher cost of living, you can expect labor costs to be higher.
The Average Furnace Lifespan
A well-maintained furnace can last at least 15 to 20 years, but completing annual maintenance and being diligent with repairs can extend its life even longer.
A furnace isn't covered for normal wear and tear or replacement. This is considered to be part of your typical home maintenance. However, you may contact your local State Farm® agent for information on Home Systems Protection.