Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Boston (2026)
Average cost in Boston
$8,000 – $28,000
$15 – $18 per sq ft
In Boston, the average is $15,894 and most projects cost between $8,000 and $28,000, or about $15 – $18 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 18 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedHigh-efficiency unit and refrigerant
55%
Skilled technician installation
35%
Sealing or minor repairs
8%
City of Boston filing fees
2%
Sales Tax at 6.25%
📋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 Boston
Likely range $8,000 – $28,000
- Equipment & Materials55%$8,742
- Labor35%$5,563
- Ductwork & Modifications8%$1,272
- Permits & Inspections2%$318
Furnace only
$15,894
AC only
$17,374
Furnace + AC
$24,773
Heat pump (full system)
$30,692
Calibrated to 18 researched sources for Boston. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$14,649
Today
$15,894
Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Boston is ↑ 8.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,245 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 Boston
Verified providersBack Bay Mechanical AC Repair & Heating
654 Washington St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
126 reviews
Atlantic Heating & Air Conditioning
116 Cypress St, Brookline, MA 02445, USA
383 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
As of January 1, 2026, the maximum whole-home heat pump rebate dropped from $10,000 to $8,500. However, new stackable bonuses of $500 for proper sizing and $500 for weatherization can bring the total potential rebate back up to $9,500 for qualifying projects.
New EPA mandates effective January 2026 require systems to use low-GWP refrigerants like R-454B or R-32. This transition has added approximately 10-15% to equipment costs due to redesigned components and safety features required for these mildly flammable (A2L) refrigerants.
Boston costs are roughly 15-20% higher due to a combination of high union labor rates (averaging $37.38/hr for techs) and the complexity of working in older housing stock; 50% of Boston homes were built before 1940, often requiring expensive ductwork retrofitting.
No, the $2,000 federal tax credit for whole-home heat pump installations authorized under the Inflation Reduction Act expired at the end of 2025. Homeowners must now rely primarily on state-level Mass Save incentives and 0% HEAT Loan financing.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ 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: 3 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
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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