Quick Answer

Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Toronto (2026)

Average cost in Toronto

$11,331avg

$8,000 — $14,500

$3 — $6 per sq ft

+7.8% YoY
18 sources
Updated 3 days ago
GTA Region

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Equipment

Furnace and AC units

$4,800 — $8,700

60%

Labor

Installation and testing

$2,400 — $4,350

30%

Ductwork & Misc

Modifications and materials

$400 — $725

5%

Removal & Disposal

Old unit haul-away

$240 — $435

3%

Permits & Inspections

City of Toronto requirements

$160 — $290

2%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $1,473 tax$12,804

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

$7,925

$6,340 — $9,510

Based on 18 sources and market data for Toronto. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$10,511

Today

$11,331

Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Toronto is 7.8% compared to roughly a year ago — about $820 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 Toronto

Verified providers
🔨

Green Heating and Air Inc.

1373 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5R 3H8, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

185 reviews

🔨

Dr HVAC and Plumbing (Toronto)

397 Donlands Ave Unit 105, East York, ON M4J 3S3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

566 reviews

🔨

SunnySide Heating and Air Conditioning

30 Chester Hill Rd, Toronto, ON M4K 1X3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

196 reviews

🔨

Laird & Son Heating & Air Conditioning Scarborough-Toronto

120 Dynamic Dr #22, Scarborough, ON M1V 5C8, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

1,049 reviews

🔨

City Home Comfort

710 Kingston Rd, Toronto, ON M4E 1R7, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

741 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

The average cost for a combined furnace and central air conditioning replacement in the GTA typically ranges from $8,000 to $14,500, with most homeowners paying a median of $11,250 for standard high-efficiency systems.

Yes, the Home Renovation Savings (HRS) program offers up to $7,500 for cold-climate air-source heat pumps. Additionally, the federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program provides up to $10,000 for homes converting from oil heating.

A standalone high-efficiency natural gas furnace replacement in Toronto generally costs between $4,000 and $6,500, including standard installation and removal of the old unit.

Premium costs (up to $15,000+) are usually driven by multi-stage modulating furnaces, high-SEER2 air conditioners, complex ductwork modifications in older Toronto homes, or the integration of smart home zoning systems.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ 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: 3 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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