Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Windsor (2026)
Average cost in Windsor
$5,500 – $18,500
$4 – $9 per sq ft
In Windsor, the average is $10,213 and most projects cost between $5,500 and $18,500, or about $4 – $9 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFurnace and AC units (R-454B compliant)
60%
Professional installation and testing
30%
City of Windsor building permits
3%
Old unit removal and duct materials
7%
HST at 13%
📋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 Windsor
Likely range $5,500 – $18,501
- Equipment60%$6,128
- Labor30%$3,064
- Permits & Inspections3%$306
- Disposal & Materials7%$715
Furnace only
$10,213
AC only
$11,163
Furnace + AC
$15,918
Heat pump (full system)
$19,721
Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Windsor. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$8,881
Today
$10,213
Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Windsor is ↑ 15.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,332 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 Windsor
Verified providersAbsolute Comfort Control Services
4080 North Service Rd E #2, Windsor, ON N8W 5X2, Canada
1,636 reviews
Handy Bros. Home Comfort: Windsor HVAC
5430 Wyandotte St E, Windsor, ON N8S 1L8, Canada
803 reviews
Guaranteed Comfort Heating & Cooling
2722 Meldrum Rd, Windsor, ON N8W 4G5, Canada
174 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
For a standard 1,500 to 2,000 sq. ft. home in Windsor, a combined furnace and central AC replacement typically costs between $7,500 and $12,500 CAD. Premium high-efficiency systems or cold-climate heat pumps can push the total to $18,500 or more.
Yes, the Home Renovation Savings (HRS) program, delivered by Enbridge Gas and Save on Energy, offers up to $7,500 for qualifying cold-climate heat pumps. While direct rebates for gas furnaces have largely ended, hybrid systems (heat pump + furnace) can still qualify for up to $2,000 in incentives.
As of March 1, 2026, the City of Windsor has a minimum building permit fee of $250 CAD for residential mechanical work, including furnace and AC replacements. Complex installations involving significant ductwork or structural changes may incur higher fees based on project value.
Prices in 2026 have seen a 10-20% year-over-year increase primarily due to the federally mandated transition to R-454B refrigerant, which requires more expensive equipment components. Additionally, local labor shortages in Southwestern Ontario have driven up installation rates.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 9+ 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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