Furnace Replacement cost (2026)

What should a furnace replacement cost in Chicago's northwest suburbs? Local bids vary with the house in front of the contractor, but published national figures give you a planning range before you call anyone. Start with the estimator, then get local quotes to see where your home lands.

The short answer: HomeAdvisor's 2026 data puts a typical furnace replacement between $2,823 and $6,896, with most homeowners paying about $4,814.

What moves the price

• -Fuel type and efficiency rating (moving from 80% to 96% AFUE adds upfront cost and cuts gas use)
• -System size in BTUs, which follows your home's size and insulation
• -Ductwork changes, the fastest way a simple swap becomes a bigger job
• -Permits and local labor rates

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Sources: Ranges: HomeAdvisor furnace replacement cost guide (updated June 17, 2026), with gas and electric ranges as reported from HomeAdvisor data in June 2026; full system range: HomeCostFinder, 2026. National planning figures, not local quotes. Chicago-area bids can run above national figures, and the only number that counts is a written quote for your home. This page is planning information, not a quote or an endorsement of any business.

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