Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Portland (2026)
Average cost in Portland
US$6,000 — US$20,000
US$15 — US$18 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFurnace, AC, or Heat Pump unit
55%
Professional installation and removal
30%
Modifications, vents, and insulation
12%
City of Portland mechanical permits
3%
None at 0%
📋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
US$5,908 — US$8,862
Based on 14 sources and market data for Portland. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
US$11,160
Today
US$11,997
Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Portland is ↑ 7.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$837 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 Portland
Verified providersCentral Air Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
11640 SW Corby Dr #5, Portland, OR 97225, USA
1,714 reviews
AAA Heating & Cooling
6040 N Cutter Cir #303, Portland, OR 97217, USA
1,429 reviews
Efficiency Heating & Cooling
4409 SE 24th Ave Suite 35, Portland, OR 97202, USA
461 reviews
Sun Glow Inc. Portland
2428 SE 105th Ave, Portland, OR 97216, USA
1,570 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
Homeowners can qualify for up to $3,000 in cash incentives from the Energy Trust of Oregon for high-efficiency systems. Additionally, the Oregon Heat Pump Purchase Program offers a $2,000 incentive for eligible heat pump installations.
Permit fees are valuation-based. For a typical $10,000 to $15,000 project, the mechanical permit fee ranges from $482 to $600, plus a mandatory 12% Oregon state surcharge.
Yes, the record 116°F temperature has led local contractors to recommend higher cooling capacities. Most Portland homes (1,650 sq ft median) now typically require a 2.5- to 3-ton system to handle extreme heat events.
Yes, under the Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code, even a direct swap of an old furnace or AC for a new one of the same type requires a mechanical permit and inspection in the City of Portland.
📊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: 2 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
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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