Most heating replacements in the Triad run between about $4,000 and $9,000, with high-efficiency systems and heat pumps reaching higher. What you’ll pay depends mostly on the type of system, its efficiency, and your home. Here’s how it breaks down.
*A heat pump replaces both your heating and cooling, which is why its range runs higher than a furnace-only swap.
Our mild-but-real Piedmont winters make heat pumps a very efficient choice for a lot of homes, while gas furnaces deliver strong, fast heat in the coldest snaps. The right answer depends on your home, your existing setup, and your fuel costs. We walk through the trade-offs in heat pump vs. furnace.
Not sure whether to repair or replace your current heat? Start with our repair-or-replace guide.
Most heating replacements in the Triad run between about $4,000 and $9,000. Electric furnaces sit at the lower end; heat pump systems, which also cool your home, run higher.
Heat pumps are very efficient in our mild winters and often cheaper to run, while gas furnaces deliver strong heat in the coldest snaps. The best choice depends on your home and fuel costs.
AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) measures how much of a furnace’s fuel becomes heat. A 95% AFUE furnace turns 95% of its fuel into heat. Higher AFUE costs more up front but lowers bills.
Yes. Most homeowners spread the cost into fixed monthly payments. Pre-qualifying uses a soft credit check that won’t affect your score, and all credit is considered.
A straightforward furnace replacement is usually done in a day. A full system change-out or added duct, gas, or electrical work can take longer.
Off-season — spring, summer, or early fall — when you can compare options without the pressure of a winter no-heat emergency.
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