Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Vancouver (2026)
Average cost in Vancouver
$4,200 – $16,500
$3 – $11 per sq ft
In Vancouver, the average is $9,167 and most projects cost between $4,200 and $16,500, or about $3 – $11 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 12 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedHigh-efficiency furnace or heat pump unit
48%
Red Seal technician professional fees
38%
City of Vancouver gas and electrical permits
4%
Decommissioning and eco-friendly disposal
5%
Minor modifications and sealing
5%
GST+PST at 12%
📋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 project
LiveYour estimate in Vancouver
Likely range $4,200 – $16,499
- HVAC Equipment48%$4,400
- Labor & Installation38%$3,483
- Permits & Inspections4%$367
- Removal & Disposal5%$458
- Ductwork & Venting5%$458
Furnace only
$9,167
AC only
$10,021
Furnace + AC
$14,289
Heat pump (full system)
$17,703
Calibrated to 12 researched sources for Vancouver. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$8,536
Today
$9,167
Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Vancouver is ↑ 7.4% compared to roughly a year ago — about $632 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 Vancouver
Verified providersNation Furnace Heating & Air Conditioning HVAC Ltd.
5729 West Blvd #215, Vancouver, BC V6M 1Z2, Canada
107 reviews
Nation Furnace Heating & Air Conditioning HVAC Ltd.
4170 Still Creek Dr Ste 200, Burnaby, BC V5C 4T5, Canada
301 reviews
Skyra Heating & Cooling
1155 Pacific St #610, Vancouver, BC V6E 3X8, Canada
99 reviews
Eco Pro Heating & Cooling
130 Lonsdale Ave #105, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2E8, Canada
424 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 standard high-efficiency gas furnace replacement is approximately $5,800, with a typical range between $4,200 and $9,000 including installation and basic permits.
A central heat pump system typically costs between $9,500 and $16,500 in 2026, which is roughly $5,000 to $7,000 more than a gas furnace, though CleanBC rebates can offset this by up to $6,000.
Permit fees for residential HVAC projects in Vancouver generally range from $250 to $500, covering mandatory gas and electrical safety inspections required by Technical Safety BC.
Yes, the CleanBC Better Homes program continues to offer rebates up to $6,000 for heat pump conversions, and federal interest-free loans up to $40,000 remain available for energy-efficient upgrades.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 12+ 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: 1 months 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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