Furnace Installation & Replacement in Edmonton
Whether you are replacing a furnace that has had its last winter or putting one into a new build, reliable heat through a greater Edmonton area winter starts with a proper install. Since 2003, City Furnace Mechanical has installed high-efficiency furnaces backed by licensed journeymen, pulled permits, and inspected workmanship. No shortcuts, no surprises.
BeforeAfterWhy homeowners choose CFM
- Licensed, bonded and insured
Journeyman gasfitters and sheet metal mechanics on every job.
- Permits pulled, work inspected
Your install is documented, safe, and to code.
- Up to 97% AFUE efficiency
High-efficiency Armstrong Air furnaces for lower bills and more comfort.
- Free in-home quotes
Honest, upfront written pricing with no obligation.
- Flexible financing
Through SNAP Home Finance, with fast approvals.
- Referral-based since 2003
Trusted by homeowners across the greater Edmonton area.
Why greater Edmonton area homeowners trust City Furnace for furnace installation
Choosing an installer matters as much as choosing the furnace. A cheap install can cost you for years in higher bills, breakdowns, and even voided warranties. Our team has decades of combined on-the-job experience and treats every home like our own. We leave your space cleaner than we found it and take the time to size and set up your system correctly the first time.
Licensed journeyman expertise
Your furnace is installed by certified journeymen, not subcontractors. Proper sizing, sealing, and venting protect your efficiency and your warranty.
Permits and inspections included
We pull the required permits and have our work inspected. When hiring any contractor, this is the single best way to know the job is safe and to code.
High-efficiency comfort
We install and configure modulating, high-efficiency systems built for Alberta's cold, cutting energy waste while keeping every room evenly warm.
Our furnace installation process
We keep it simple and transparent from first call to final inspection.
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Free in-home assessment
We evaluate your home's size, ductwork, and heating needs to recommend the right furnace, not just the most expensive one.
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Upfront written quote
Clear pricing with financing options explained. No pressure, no hidden fees.
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Professional installation
Licensed journeymen install, seal, and vent your new system, with permits pulled.
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Inspection and walkthrough
Your install is inspected, and we show you how to operate and maintain your new furnace.
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Ongoing support
24/7 emergency service and maintenance keep your system running for years.
Signs it is time to replace or install a new furnace
If your furnace is nearing the end of its life, replacing it before it fails in the middle of a deep winter cold snap saves you stress and emergency costs. Consider a new installation if your current unit shows any of these signs.
- 15 or more years oldMost furnaces reach the end of their reliable life around this age.
- Needs frequent repairsWhen repair bills keep adding up, a new unit often costs less over time.
- Heating unevenlyCold rooms and hot spots point to a system that can no longer keep up.
- Running constantlyA furnace that never cycles off is straining and burning extra fuel.
- Making unusual noisesBanging, rattling, or screeching are signs of parts wearing out.
- Driving up your energy billsRising heating costs often mean falling efficiency inside the unit.
What a furnace replacement actually involves
Sizing comes from the house
The size of your new furnace comes out of a heat loss calculation on your home: floor area, ceiling heights, windows, insulation, how tightly it is sealed. Not from the label on the old unit, which was often oversized itself. An oversized furnace heats the air near the thermostat, shuts off, and starts again a few minutes later all winter, which wears the components, leaves the far rooms cold, and feels drafty rather than warm. This is why the first step is someone coming to look at the house. We go through the whole decision in how to choose a furnace in Edmonton.
What the price is made of
Two quotes for the same model at different numbers are usually not the same job. What moves the price is the output and efficiency of the unit, whether it is single stage, two stage or modulating, how much venting has to be run and where it can legally exit, whether the condensate has a drain nearby, any ductwork or return air that has to be corrected, and the permit. We put all of it in one written quote before anything starts, so there is nothing to discover on install day.
Venting and ductwork, the part that surprises people
A high-efficiency furnace is a condensing furnace: it pulls so much heat out of the exhaust that the flue gas comes out too cool to rise up a masonry chimney. It vents sideways through a wall in plastic pipe, with clearances to keep from windows and doors, and it needs somewhere for the condensate to drain. Replacing a mid-efficiency furnace with one of these changes where the exhaust leaves your house, which is work, not a detail.
The ducts matter just as much. A two stage or modulating furnace earns its money through long, gentle run times, and undersized returns take that away. Where the duct system is the limit, we say so and quote the sheet metal work honestly rather than selling equipment the house cannot use.
Repair or replace
If the furnace still runs, replacing it is a choice and not a foregone conclusion. Age, the repair cost against a replacement, and whether it is a safety issue are what decide it. Our repair or replace guide lays out the same framework a good technician uses, and if it turns out to be a repair this year, that is furnace repair. Once the new one is in, a seasonal maintenance routine is what keeps it reaching the age it was built for.
Serving the greater Edmonton area
We provide furnace installation across the Greater Edmonton area. No job is too small.
Furnace installation and replacement questions, answered
What size furnace do I need for my house?
It comes from a heat loss calculation on your home, not from the size of the old furnace. Floor area, ceiling heights, windows, insulation and how tightly the house is sealed all go into it. Matching the new furnace to the old label is how houses end up oversized, which causes short cycling, cold rooms at the end of the duct run and parts wearing out early.
Is replacing a furnace the same job as installing one?
Mostly, with one difference that catches people out. Going from an older mid-efficiency furnace to a high-efficiency one changes how the exhaust leaves the building: a condensing furnace vents sideways through a wall in plastic pipe rather than up a chimney, and it needs a drain for the condensate. That is part of the quote, and it is one of the reasons two quotes for the same model can differ.
How much does furnace installation cost in Edmonton?
Most residential high-efficiency furnace installations in Edmonton range roughly from $5,000 to $10,000 depending on the furnace size, efficiency rating, and any ductwork or venting changes needed. We provide a free, no-obligation written quote so you know your exact price before any work begins.
How long does it take to install a furnace?
A standard furnace replacement typically takes 4 to 8 hours in a single day. More complex installs involving ductwork or a new gas line may take longer, and we will tell you upfront.
What furnace brands do you install?
Most often high-efficiency Armstrong Air, with models reaching up to 97% AFUE efficiency. We work with more than one manufacturer and will help you choose the right size and features for your home rather than pushing a single badge.
Do you pull permits for furnace installations?
Yes. We pull all required permits and have our work inspected. We strongly recommend never hiring a contractor who is unwilling to do this.
Are you licensed and insured?
Absolutely. City Furnace Mechanical is licensed, bonded, and insured, and our team includes journeyman gasfitters and sheet metal mechanics.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. We offer flexible financing through SNAP Home Finance, with fast approvals so you can start your project right away.
Official resources
- City of Edmonton: heating and ventilating permitsThe permit a furnace or ventilation job in Edmonton has to be issued under, with the current fees.
- City of Edmonton: gas permitsRequired for gas line work and for a furnace replacement that touches the gas connection.
- Alberta safety codesThe provincial rules that govern how gas and heating work must be done and inspected.
- Armstrong AirManufacturer specifications and warranty terms for the furnaces we install.
Let’s Get You Comfortable
Tell us what you need and we’ll send a quick, no-obligation quote. Got a heating emergency? Call us and we’ll do our best to fit you into today’s schedule.