What furnace installation typically costs
| Gas furnace, supplied and installed | $6,989–$10,989Depends on size, efficiency and the venting. |
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Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.
When you need it
- The furnace is more than 15 to 20 years old
- Frequent repairs or a cracked heat exchanger
- Uneven heat and rising gas bills
What changes the price
| Size and efficiency | Output and efficiency rating set the price of the furnace. |
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| Venting | Replacing a mid-efficiency furnace means new plastic venting out a side wall. |
| Ductwork | Changes to fit the new furnace, or to fix poor airflow, add sheet metal work. |
What the job involves
- Size the furnace to the home and check the ductwork.
- Remove the old furnace.
- Install the new one with venting, a gas connection, a condensate drain and a thermostat.
- Commission it, check combustion and airflow, and show you the filter and controls.
- Time on site
- Usually 1 day
- Permits
- A gas permit is required.
How pricing works for this job
There is no one price for furnace installation, because the factors above change it from one home to the next. It starts with an on-site estimate for $269. A Pure Mechanical Group plumber looks at the job and gives you a price in writing, good for 30 days. Approve it and the $269 comes off the price. If you do not go ahead, the fee covers the visit. Anything found once work has started is priced and approved before it is done.
Call 1-800-604-0631.
Questions people ask
How much does furnace installation cost in Metro Vancouver?
Gas furnace, supplied and installed: $6,989–$10,989. Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.
How long does a furnace last?
Around fifteen to twenty years.
Is a bigger furnace better?
No. An oversized furnace cycles on and off, wears out sooner and heats unevenly. It should match the house.
Are there rebates?
Often, and especially when moving to high efficiency or a heat pump. Check the current FortisBC and CleanBC offers.
Is the estimate free?
No. A Pure Mechanical Group plumber comes out, looks at the job and gives you a written estimate. Approve it and the $269 comes off the price. If you do not go ahead, the fee covers the visit.
What if you find something unexpected once work starts?
The estimate is based on what can be seen. Anything found once a wall, floor or the ground is open is shown to you, priced and approved before it is done.
