Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Vancouver (2026)
Average cost in Vancouver
$3,500 — $24,000
$3 — $9 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFurnace/Heat Pump unit, coils, and refrigerant
45%
Licensed HVAC technician installation (1-2 days)
40%
Modifications to existing vents or PVC flue
8%
Panel upgrades or new 240V circuits
5%
City of Vancouver mechanical/electrical permits
2%
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 11 sources and market data for Vancouver. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$11,110
Today
$11,833
Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Vancouver is ↑ 6.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $722 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
287 reviews
Eco Pro Heating & Cooling
130 Lonsdale Ave #105, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2E8, Canada
431 reviews
Western Pacific HVAC
1990 Pandora St, Vancouver, BC V5L 0C7, Canada
211 reviews
Aquatech Vancouver Heating & Air Conditioning
145 Chadwick Ct Suite 220, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K2, Canada
223 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 access up to $16,000 in combined rebates through CleanBC, BC Hydro, and federal programs, particularly for income-qualified households switching to cold-climate heat pumps.
Permit fees typically range from $100 to $350 depending on the specific municipality in Metro Vancouver and the scope of electrical work required.
Yes, modern cold-climate heat pumps in Vancouver operate at 250% to 400% efficiency, significantly outperforming high-efficiency gas furnaces which max out at 98% AFUE.
A standard replacement of a furnace and AC unit or a heat pump conversion typically takes 1 to 2 days, though complex multi-zone systems can take up to 3 days.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 11+ 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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