Markham, Ontario

Furnace Installation in Markham

Whether it's one small furnace installation fix or a bigger Markham project, the process is simple: describe it, add photos, get a free quote.

Here's what to expect for furnace installation in Markham, including the local factors that actually change the cost.

Furnace Installation in Markham: what to expect

Fall is prime time for this around Markham โ€” getting it done before winter sets in is the whole point. In and around Markham, housing runs from older near-town homes to newer subdivisions, so the same job can look quite different depending on the age and style of the house.

For furnace installation specifically, the Markham housing stock is part of the picture: Subdivisions from the 1980sโ€“2000s make up most of the stock, with original finishes now commonly being replaced.

About Markham homes

Markham runs from the heritage main streets of Unionville and Markham Village to some of the GTA's most in-demand subdivisions, built in waves from the 1980s onward. The older homes need character-respecting work; the newer ones are reaching the point where builder-grade kitchens, bathrooms and flooring get upgraded to something better.

Finished basements are close to standard here, and many homeowners are renovating for multi-generational living โ€” in-law suites, second kitchens, accessible bathrooms. Whatever you're planning, from replacing one light fixture to reworking a whole main floor, request a free quote.

  • Subdivisions from the 1980sโ€“2000s make up most of the stock, with original finishes now commonly being replaced.
  • Unionville and Markham Village have heritage homes where exterior work may have conservation considerations.
  • Multi-generational renovations โ€” basement suites and second kitchens โ€” are a recognizable Markham pattern.

What affects your Markham furnace installation cost

Rather than a made-up number, here's an honest look at what affects the cost of furnace installation in Markham:

  • The era of the home โ€” Markham has a wide mix, and a 1960s build and a recent build can need quite different work for the same job.
  • Furnace size and efficiency tier for your home's heat loss
  • Single-stage, two-stage or modulating burner and blower choices
  • Venting changes โ€” high-efficiency units vent through the wall, not the chimney
  • What the chimney is left serving; an orphaned water heater vent may need relining
  • Adding central AC or a heat pump coil at the same time, which shares labour
  • Removal of the old unit and any asbestos-wrapped ducting in older homes
  • Rebate programs, which change over time and are worth checking before you book

For the full breakdown of what furnace installation involves, see our Furnace Installation guide โ€” then request a free Markham quote for your actual job.

Common questions

Do you cover all of Markham?
We take quote requests from every part of Markham and the surrounding area. If you're just outside town, send it anyway โ€” we'll tell you straight away whether we can help.
How fast can I get a quote in Markham?
Most Markham requests get a response the same day, and anything urgent is flagged and treated that way. The more detail and photos you include, the more accurate the first quote is.
Who does the furnace installation work itself in Markham?
This is regulated work in Ontario, so it's carried out by appropriately licensed contractors โ€” that's not optional, in Markham or anywhere else in the province. Gas furnace installation must be performed by TSSA-certified gas technicians.
My chimney also vents the water heater. Does that matter?
It matters a lot. When a high-efficiency furnace leaves the chimney, an older water heater can be 'orphaned' in a flue now too large for it, which causes condensation and poor drafting. The fix is usually a chimney liner or moving to a power-vented or tankless water heater โ€” either way it should be part of the plan, not a surprise after.
Should I consider a heat pump instead?
In many Ontario homes, genuinely yes โ€” cold-climate heat pumps handle most of the winter and a hybrid setup keeps a gas furnace for the deepest cold. Electricity and gas prices, your house's ductwork and available rebates all move the answer. Ask for both options in your quote and compare real numbers for your situation.

Get your Markham quote

Tell us what your home needs โ€” a small fix or a full project โ€” and get a free quote.