Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in St. John's (2026)
Average cost in St. John's
$6,500 — $18,500
$4 — $7 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFurnace, heat pump, or AC unit
52%
Installation and testing
34%
Ductwork, refrigerant lines, and fittings
10%
City fees and old unit removal
4%
HST at 15%
📋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
$5,152 — $7,728
Based on 8 sources and market data for St. John's. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$10,686
Today
$11,808
Furnace/HVAC Replacement in St. John's is ↑ 10.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,122 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 St. John's
Verified providersHeat Pump Solutions Ltd.
22 Allston St Unit A, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 0A4, Canada
1,294 reviews
Cooper's Heating Solutions
310 Bauline Line Extension, Portugal Cove-St. Philip's, NL A1M 2V6, Canada
122 reviews
Avalon Plumbing & Heating Ltd
62 Paddy Dobbin Dr, St. John's, NL A1A 4W1, Canada
247 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
The takeCHARGE program offers significant incentives, including up to $22,000 for homeowners switching from oil to high-efficiency electric heat pumps. Additionally, the federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program provides up to $15,000 for eligible low-to-median income households.
A full conversion typically ranges from $12,000 to $19,000. This includes the removal of the oil tank (approx. $600-$1,200), electrical panel upgrades if necessary ($2,500-$4,000), and the installation of a central ducted heat pump system.
The City of St. John's charges $9 per $1,000 of construction value for mechanical and renovation permits, with a minimum fee of $50. For a standard $12,000 installation, the base permit fee is approximately $108, plus separate fees for required electrical or plumbing sub-permits.
Yes, due to NL's harsh winters, 'Cold Climate' heat pumps (rated for -25°C or lower) are standard. These units typically cost 20-30% more than standard models but are necessary to avoid reliance on expensive backup electric resistance heat during arctic blasts.
📊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 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.
About this data
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