Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Ottawa (2026)
Average cost in Ottawa
$8,000 — $15,000
$4 — $8 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedHigh-efficiency furnace and AC unit
65%
Licensed technician installation
25%
Venting, linesets, and electrical
5%
Old unit recycling and R-22 recovery
3%
TSSA inspection and municipal permits
2%
HST at 13%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$5,800 — $8,700
Based on 8 sources and market data for Ottawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$10,607
Today
$11,350
Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Ottawa is ↑ 7.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $743 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 Ottawa
Verified providersOttawa Comfort Heating & Cooling
33 Viewmount Dr, Ottawa, ON K2G 3C4, Canada
187 reviews
Ottawa Home Services
1559 Laperriere Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 5H1, Canada
1,271 reviews
Rick Menard Heating & Cooling
1228 Old Innes Rd Unit 313, Ottawa, ON K1B 3V3, Canada
1,138 reviews
JD Swallow Heating & Cooling
2759 Fenton Rd #14, Ottawa, ON K1T 3T8, Canada
1,407 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 2026, Ottawa homeowners typically pay between $8,000 and $15,000 for a full HVAC replacement. Bundling both units saves approximately $1,500 to $2,500 in labor and permit costs compared to separate installations.
Yes, through the Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate Plus and federal programs, homeowners can receive up to $6,500 for qualifying cold-climate heat pumps and $500 to $1,000 for high-efficiency (96%+ AFUE) gas furnaces.
Licensed HVAC technicians in Ottawa charge between $80 and $130 per hour. A standard full-system installation usually requires 8 to 12 man-hours, totaling $2,000 to $4,000 in labor depending on complexity.
Yes. Sizing is based on tonnage; a 1.5-ton system for a small condo starts around $3,500 for the AC alone, while a 4-ton system for a 2,500+ sq ft home can exceed $8,000 for the unit alone.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 4 days 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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