Quick Answer

Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Oshawa (2026)

Average cost in Oshawa

$8,000avg

$5,000 — $15,000

$3 — $8 per sq ft

+6.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated today
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Equipment

Furnace and AC units

$2,750 — $8,250

55%

Labor

HVAC technician installation

$1,500 — $4,500

30%

Materials

Ductwork, wiring, and piping

$500 — $1,500

10%

Permits & Disposal

TSSA permits and old unit removal

$250 — $750

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $1,040 tax$9,040

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

$7,453

$5,962 — $8,944

Based on 8 sources and market data for Oshawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top HVAC Replace Contractors in Oshawa

Verified providers
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Enercare

285 Bloor St W, Oshawa, ON L1J 1R1, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

9,182 reviews

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Joe's Heating and Air Conditioning

221 Lake Rd Unit 1 & 2, Bowmanville, ON L1C 4P8, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

763 reviews

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LFZ Heating & Cooling

1318 Apollo St, Oshawa, ON L1K 3E6, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

175 reviews

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Ashton Heating & Cooling

3621 Courtice Rd, Courtice, ON L1E 2L6, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

532 reviews

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Reliance Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing

1155 Boundary Rd Unit 8, Oshawa, ON L1J 6Z7, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

7,176 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

In Oshawa and the GTA, replacing both a furnace and central AC at the same time typically costs between $5,000 and $15,000, with most homeowners spending around $8,000 for a mid-efficiency paired system.

Yes, Oshawa homeowners can access Enbridge Gas rebates and provincial programs, which can provide up to $7,500 in combined rebates for upgrading to high-efficiency systems like cold-climate heat pumps.

A new natural gas furnace in Oshawa ranges from $4,000 to $7,500 including installation. High-efficiency models (96%+ AFUE) generally start around $4,500.

HVAC professionals in Oshawa and the surrounding Durham Region typically charge between $90 and $150 per hour for labor, with full system installations requiring 1-2 days of work.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 8+ 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.