HVAC Installation Cost Ontario 2026
Complete Price Guide for Furnaces, AC, Heat Pumps, Tankless Water Heaters & Ductless Systems — Including Honest Rebate Information
Planning an HVAC upgrade for your Ontario home? Understanding real costs is crucial for making smart decisions. As a TSSA-certified HVAC contractor serving London and Southwestern Ontario since 2021, we've created this comprehensive price guide with actual prices for furnaces, AC, heat pumps, tankless water heaters, and ductless systems.
2026 HVAC Installation Cost Overview — Based on Actual Hawana Pricing
All prices include equipment, labour, old unit removal, permit, and TSSA inspection.
🔥 Furnace Installation
96-98% AFUE high-efficiency gas furnace. Two-stage Goodman 97% AFUE starts at $3,500 — most popular choice.
- Single-Stage 96%: $3,300-$4,000
- Two-Stage 97%: $3,500-$5,500 ⭐ Most Popular
- Modulating 98%: $5,200-$7,000
❄️ AC Installation
Central air conditioning including outdoor unit, indoor coil, and refrigerant lines.
- Standard 14-15 SEER2: $3,200-$4,200
- High-Efficiency 16-18 SEER2: $4,000-$5,500
- Ductless Mini-Split: from $3,700/zone
🌡️ Heat Pump
Complete heat pump system for heating and cooling. After rebates up to $6,500 → net as low as $2,900
- Standard Air-Source: $7,500-$12,000
- Cold-Climate: $10,000-$15,000
- Dual-Fuel (Heat Pump + Furnace): $8,500-$14,000
💧 Tankless Water Heater
Endless hot water, 24-34% more efficient than tanks, lasts 20+ years.
- Standard Tank Model: from $2,700
- Navien NPE-150S2: $3,400
- Navien NPE-180S2: $3,600
🌀 Ductless Mini-Split
Heating and cooling without ductwork. Perfect for additions, garages, or homes without ducts.
- Single-zone system: from $3,700
- Multi-zone: Varies by number of heads
- Heat pump capable for year-round use
Detailed Installation Pricing — 2026
Furnace Installation — Actual Hawana Prices
| Furnace Type | Efficiency | Cost Range (Installed) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two-Stage 97% AFUE — Most Popular Goodman GR9T96 · York · Midea · Kepler |
97% AFUE · R-32 A2L ready | $3,500 – $5,500 Starts at $3,500 for Goodman |
Most London Ontario homes — longer, quieter cycles with even temps. 99-year heat exchanger warranty with registration. |
| Single-Stage 96% AFUE | 96% AFUE | $3,300 – $4,000 | Smaller homes, rentals, budget-conscious |
| Modulating 98% AFUE | 98% AFUE | $5,200 – $7,000 | Large open-plan homes, premium comfort seekers |
Tankless & Tank Water Heater Installation — Actual Hawana Prices
| Water Heater Type | Model / Specs | Cost Range (Installed) | Homes Served |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Tank Water Heater | Natural gas · 40-60 gallon | from $2,700 | 1-3 bathroom homes |
| Navien NPE-150S2 (Tankless) | 11 GPM · S-series | $3,400 | 3-4 bathroom homes — most popular |
| Navien NPE-180S2 (Tankless) | 11+ GPM · S-series | $3,600 | Large homes (4+ bathrooms, multiple showers) |
AC & Ductless Installation — Actual Hawana Prices
| System Type | Efficiency | Cost Range (Installed) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Central AC | 14-15 SEER2 | $3,200 – $4,200 | Well-insulated homes, moderate AC usage |
| High-Efficiency AC — Most Popular | 16-18 SEER2 | $4,000 – $5,500 | Homes with high sun exposure or heavy AC usage |
| Ductless Mini-Split | Up to 20+ SEER2 | from $3,700/zone | Home additions, finished basements, homes without ducts |
⚠️ Important: How HVAC Rebates Actually Work in Ontario
This section is based on Hawana's complete rebate education guide. Read carefully — understanding this process can save you thousands.
🚨 The Most Costly Mistake Homeowners Make
Installing equipment first, then trying to apply for the rebate. The Canada Greener Homes Grant requires a pre-installation EnerGuide audit by a registered energy advisor BEFORE any equipment is purchased or installed. If you buy and install first, you are permanently ineligible — no exceptions.
The correct order: Register → Book energy advisor for pre-audit → Get quotes → Install equipment → Book post-audit → Submit application → Receive rebate.
Who Does What — Hawana vs. You vs. The Energy Advisor
✅ What You (Homeowner) Do
- Register on government program portal
- Book and pay for pre-installation energy audit
- Choose qualifying equipment (we help confirm)
- Book post-installation audit after installation
- Submit rebate application with documentation
- Receive rebate payment directly from program
🔧 What Hawana Does
- Confirm which equipment qualifies for rebates
- Install qualifying equipment to TSSA standards
- Provide full installation documentation (invoice, model/serial, permits)
- Explain program requirements clearly at quote stage
- Answer questions about maximizing rebate eligibility
📋 What the Energy Advisor Does
- Perform pre-installation EnerGuide home audit
- Provide baseline energy rating
- Perform post-installation audit to confirm upgrade
- Submit audit results to NRCan
⚠️ Warning — Be Cautious of Any Company That Says This
"We handle the rebates for you" — and then charges a premium for this "service"
Rebate applications are straightforward: you register, you book the energy advisor, you submit your documentation. Any company claiming to "process" the rebate on your behalf and charging extra for this is not providing a real service. Hawana provides the documentation you need — period. The rebate application is between you and the program.
Available Ontario HVAC Rebate Programs — 2026
| Program | Maximum Rebate | Qualifying Equipment | Covers Audit? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada Greener Homes Grant | Up to $5,000 | Cold-climate heat pumps · Hybrid water heaters · Insulation | No — you pay advisor ($300-600) |
| Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate+ | Up to $1,500 | Heat pumps · High-efficiency furnaces · Smart thermostats | Sometimes — check current rules |
| Canada Oil to Heat Pump Affordability | Up to $10,000 | Cold-climate heat pumps (oil homes only) | Requires energy advisor |
Stacked example: Cold-climate heat pump can qualify for Canada Greener Homes ($5,000) + Enbridge HER+ ($1,500) = $6,500 total rebate possible. Net cost on $11,000 installation = $4,500.
Real Ontario Home Scenarios — Based on Actual Hawana Installations
🏡 Scenario 1: Two-Stage Furnace Replacement (Most Common)
Home: 1,800 sq ft home in London, ON
Existing: 18-year old furnace failing
Goal: Reliable heating with even temperatures
- Goodman two-stage 97% AFUE furnace from $3,500
- Free Manual J load calculation
- Old furnace removal + disposal included
- Permits + TSSA inspection coordinated
- 99-year heat exchanger warranty with registration
🏡 Scenario 2: Tankless Water Heater Upgrade
Home: 3-bathroom home in London, ON
Existing: 12-year old 50-gallon tank failing
Goal: Endless hot water + energy savings
- Navien NPE-150S2 tankless ($3,400) or NPE-180S2 ($3,600)
- Endless hot water — never run out
- 24-34% more efficient than tank
- Lasts 20+ years vs 10-12 for tank
- Frees up basement floor space
🏡 Scenario 3: Ductless Mini-Split Addition
Home: Home with finished basement or addition
Existing: No ductwork to the new space
Goal: Heating and cooling without ductwork
- Single-zone ductless mini-split system
- No ductwork required
- Heating and cooling year-round
- Quiet operation
- Increased home value
Abdullah Ghzail – Owner & Lead TSSA-Certified HVAC Specialist
"I wrote this pricing guide because homeowners deserve to know real costs before they call. Our Goodman two-stage furnace starts at $3,500 installed — that's the most common installation we do in London Ontario. For tankless, the Navien NPE-150S2 at $3,400 is our most popular. And when it comes to rebates: we provide the documentation, but you must handle the application yourself. Any company charging extra to 'process your rebate' is making money off something you can do yourself for free. Call us for a free in-home quote — we'll give you honest equipment recommendations and clear pricing."
HVAC Cost FAQ – 2026
Two-stage 97% AFUE furnace installation starts at $3,500 for a Goodman or equivalent brand. Single-stage 96% AFUE starts at $3,300. Modulating 98% AFUE units range from $5,200-$7,000. All prices include professional installation, old furnace removal, permits, and TSSA inspection. The Goodman two-stage is Hawana's most-installed furnace — 99-year heat exchanger warranty with registration.
Gas tankless water heater installation starts at $2,700 for a standard tank model. Navien S-series: NPE-150S2 starts at $3,400, NPE-180S2 starts at $3,600. Tankless units provide endless hot water, are 24-34% more efficient than standard tanks, and last 20+ years. Includes gas line sizing (if needed), venting conversion, and TSSA inspection.
Ductless mini-split installation starts at $3,700 for a single-zone system. Multi-zone systems cost more depending on the number of indoor heads. Ideal for home additions, finished basements, sunrooms, or homes without existing ductwork. Provides both heating and cooling year-round.
No. Hawana installs qualifying equipment and provides all required documentation — installation invoices, model and serial numbers, TSSA permits. The rebate application is between you and the program (Enbridge or Canada Greener Homes). Be cautious of any HVAC company that says 'we handle the rebates for you' and charges a premium. The application is straightforward — you register, book the energy advisor, submit documentation. Any company claiming to "process" the rebate for an extra fee is not providing a real service.
The Goodman two-stage 97% AFUE furnace starting at $3,500 is Hawana's most-installed model. It provides longer, quieter cycles for even temperatures and includes a 99-year heat exchanger warranty with registration within 60 days of installation.
Three main programs: Canada Greener Homes Grant (up to $5,000 for cold-climate heat pumps — requires pre-audit), Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate+ (up to $1,500 for heat pumps, furnaces, thermostats), and Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (up to $10,000 for oil-heated homes). Stacked together, heat pumps can qualify for up to $6,500. The homeowner applies directly — Hawana provides documentation only. See full rebate guide →
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