Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Windsor (2026)
Average cost in Windsor
$4,500 — $19,500
$4 — $8 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFurnace and AC/Heat Pump units
62%
Licensed HVAC technician installation
28%
City of Windsor 2026 fee schedule
3%
Old unit removal and refrigerant recovery
2%
Venting, gas lines, and minor duct mods
5%
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 Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$5,260 — $7,890
Based on 14 sources and market data for Windsor. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$10,407
Today
$11,292
Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Windsor is ↑ 8.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $885 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 providersHandy Bros. HVAC Windsor (AC and Furnace Repair)
5430 Wyandotte St E, Windsor, ON N8S 1L8, Canada
546 reviews
Guaranteed Comfort Heating & Cooling
2722 Meldrum Rd, Windsor, ON N8W 4G5, Canada
173 reviews
Absolute Comfort Control Services
4080 North Service Rd E #2, Windsor, ON N8W 5X2, Canada
1,577 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
Prices have risen by approximately 8-10% due to new 2026 tariffs on steel and aluminum, alongside the industry-wide transition to A2L refrigerants (R-32 and R-454B), which require more expensive, re-engineered equipment.
According to the City of Windsor's 2026 Schedule 3 Fees, the minimum building permit fee for residential alterations, including mechanical replacements, is $250.00.
Yes, the Home Renovation Savings (HRS) program, which replaced HER+ in 2025, offers rebates up to $12,000 for qualifying cold-climate heat pumps and up to $1,250 for attic insulation upgrades.
A standard natural gas furnace replacement in Windsor typically costs between $4,000 and $6,500, while a full system (Furnace + AC) averages $11,250.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 14+ 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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