Quick Answer

Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Edmonton (2026)

Average cost in Edmonton

$10,540avg

$4,500 – $22,000

$3 – $6 per sq ft

In Edmonton, the average is $10,540 and most projects cost between $4,500 and $22,000, or about $3 – $6 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 18 sources.

+12.5% YoY
18 sources
Updated 1 months ago
Alberta

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Equipment

High-efficiency furnace and AC unit

$2,500 – $11,000

52%

Labor

Installation, commissioning, and testing

$1,500 – $6,500

38%

Disposal & Materials

Removal of old unit, venting, and duct tape

$400 – $1,200

7%

Permits & Inspections

City of Edmonton mechanical and electrical permits

$100 – $500

3%

🧾GST (5%) — Alberta
Base cost + $527 tax$11,067

GST at 5%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Furnace or AC unit
  • Thermostat
  • Basic ductwork connections
  • Refrigerant
  • Labor & installation
  • Old unit disposal

Typically Excludes

  • Full ductwork replacement
  • Zoning systems
  • Smart home integration
  • Permits & inspections
  • Humidifier or air purifier

Based on a standard 2,000 sq ft home with existing ductwork.

🧮Estimate your project

Live
sq ft
System Type
Efficiency
Ductwork

Your estimate in Edmonton

$10,540

Likely range $4,743 – $22,001

  • Equipment52%$5,481
  • Labor38%$4,005
  • Disposal & Materials7%$738
  • Permits & Inspections3%$316

Furnace only

$10,540

AC only

$11,521

Furnace + AC

$16,427

Heat pump (full system)

$20,352

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Calibrated to 18 researched sources for Edmonton. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$9,368

Today

$10,540

Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Edmonton is ↑ 12.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,171 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top HVAC Replace Contractors in Edmonton

Verified providers
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Trust Home Comfort

9756 27 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6N 1B2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

808 reviews

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Furnace Family Edmonton

10351 61 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 1L1, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

3,914 reviews

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Legacy Heating and Cooling

4704 Eleniak Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6B 2S1, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

3,245 reviews

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Enercare McKinley

11122 156 St, Edmonton, AB T5M 1Y1, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

2,691 reviews

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Otto Heating & Cooling

11224 156 St, Edmonton, AB T5M 1Y3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

697 reviews

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💬What People Actually Paid

Community

❓Common Questions

In 2026, a standalone high-efficiency natural gas furnace replacement in Edmonton typically costs between $3,500 and $7,500, including labor and permits.

Residential mechanical permit fees are based on square footage, ranging from $31.70 for homes under 1,650 sq ft to $169.40 for those over 6,000 sq ft, plus a 4% Safety Codes Council levy. Total permit costs usually land between $150 and $400.

Yes, homeowners can access the Canada Greener Homes Loan for interest-free financing up to $40,000, and specific high-efficiency heat pump conversions may qualify for federal tax credits up to $2,000.

A standard gas furnace costs $3,500–$10,000 installed, while a central air-source heat pump ranges from $8,000–$15,000. Despite the higher upfront cost, heat pumps can offer 35–45% lower operating costs.

Prices have risen approximately 10-15% year-over-year due to the industry-wide transition to new refrigerants (R-32 and R-454B), which required equipment redesigns, alongside persistent skilled labor shortages in the Alberta trades.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 1 months ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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