Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Vancouver (2026)
Average cost in Vancouver
$6,500 — $18,500
$10 — $20 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFurnace, AC, or Heat Pump unit
48%
Licensed HVAC technician installation
38%
City of Vancouver gas/electrical permits
3%
Venting, duct mods, and old unit removal
8%
Panel or circuit modifications
3%
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 Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$6,610 — $9,916
Based on 18 sources and market data for Vancouver. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$10,628
Today
$11,425
Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Vancouver is ↑ 7.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $797 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.
4170 Still Creek Dr Ste 200, Burnaby, BC V5C 4T5, Canada
291 reviews
Total Line Heating and Air Conditioning Ltd.
901 3rd St W Unit 342, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3P9, Canada
260 reviews
Eco Pro Heating & Cooling
130 Lonsdale Ave #105, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2E8, Canada
423 reviews
Vanheat Services
145 Chadwick Ct #220, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K2, Canada
242 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
According to the 2026 City of Vancouver Fee Schedule, a permit for a replacement furnace or boiler costs $66.70, while a new installation of 1-3 appliances is $282.00.
Homeowners can receive up to $16,000 for income-qualified heat pump installations, while standard rebates through BC Hydro and FortisBC typically range from $3,000 to $6,000 for energy-efficient upgrades.
In 2026, Red Seal HVAC technicians in Metro Vancouver typically charge between $85 and $110 per hour, with apprentice rates ranging from $55 to $70 per hour.
Prices are projected to rise by 5-10% in 2026 due to new federal refrigerant standards (phasing out R-410A) and tariffs on steel and aluminum, which add several hundred dollars to the cost of each unit.
📊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 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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