Quick Answer

Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Hamilton (2026)

Average cost in Hamilton

$11,000avg

$8,000 — $18,000

$4 — $9 per sq ft

+6.5% YoY
6 sources
Updated today
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Equipment & Materials

Furnace, AC unit, and parts

$5,200 — $11,700

65%

Labor & Installation

HVAC technician labor

$2,240 — $5,040

28%

Ductwork & Modifications

Venting and duct adjustments

$400 — $900

5%

Permits & Disposal

Old unit removal and local permits

$160 — $360

2%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $1,430 tax$12,430

HST at 13%

📋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 Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$7,385

$5,908 — $8,862

Based on 6 sources and market data for Hamilton. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top HVAC Replace Contractors in Hamilton

Verified providers
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Dynamic Heating & Cooling

1527 Upper Ottawa St Unit 13, Hamilton, ON L8W 3J4, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

770 reviews

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MDM Mechanical

209 E 13th St, Hamilton, ON L9A 3Z6, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

132 reviews

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Spurr Heating & Air Conditioning

95 Hempstead Dr #1, Hamilton, ON L8W 2E7, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

1,199 reviews

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Shipton's Heating & Cooling Ltd

15 Teal Ave, Stoney Creek, ON L8E 2P1, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

2,308 reviews

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HAMCO Heating and Cooling Ltd.

200 Queen St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2W3, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

669 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

A complete HVAC replacement in Hamilton typically ranges from $8,000 to $14,000 CAD, with high-end or complex installations reaching up to $18,000 CAD.

If you are only replacing the furnace, expect to pay between $4,200 and $6,800 CAD in the Hamilton area, which includes a slight 5-10% premium over baseline GTA prices.

Yes, Hamilton homeowners can access Enbridge Gas rebates of $250 to $1,600 for 96%+ AFUE furnaces, and provincial/federal grants up to $7,100 for qualifying heat pump installations.

Costs have risen by roughly 6.5% year-over-year due to inflation, higher efficiency standards, and the industry-wide transition to the new R-454B refrigerant.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 6+ 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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.