Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Montreal (2026)

For a residential building with fewer than eight dwellings, the standard permit fee from the Ville de Montréal is $162. Some specific boroughs, like Pierrefonds-Roxboro, may have lower fees around $65, while complex roof installations in areas like Ville-Marie require additional technical reviews.

In 2026, the LogisVert program offers rebates between $50 and $120 per 1,000 BTU/h at -8°C for ENERGY STAR certified heat pumps. For a typical 3-ton (36,000 BTU) cold-climate unit, this can result in a direct rebate of up to $4,320, significantly offsetting the $10,000+ upfront cost.

Electric furnaces are cheaper to install, typically ranging from $2,500 to $7,500 total. Gas furnaces have higher installation costs ($4,500 to $9,500) due to venting and gas line requirements, though they may offer different long-term operating costs depending on current Hydro-Québec vs. natural gas rates.

While the base salary for a technician is approximately $35-$45 per hour, homeowners should expect to be billed between $75 and $150 per hour for contractor services. Labor typically accounts for 40% to 60% of the total project quote in the Montreal metropolitan area.