What it really costs to keep an Ohio home warm in winter and cool in July.
Straight answers on furnace repairs, new furnaces, central air and heat pumps, with prices adjusted for your part of the state. When you are ready, talk to an independent local HVAC contractor for free.
Furnaces, air conditioning and heat pumps
Every price below is installed, labor included, for a typical single-family Ohio home. Open a service for repair prices and how to choose.
Furnace Repair & Replacement
Most Ohio homes heat with a natural-gas furnace in the basement, and it runs five to six months a year.
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AC Repair & Installation
Ohio summers are short but humid, and most homes have central air tied into the furnace ductwork.
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Heat Pumps
Modern cold-climate heat pumps keep heating well below 0°F, and many Ohio homeowners pair one with a gas furnace as backup.
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Labor rates, housing age and winter length change the price of the same furnace by 10% or more across the state.
The question every Ohio homeowner asks in November
A furnace that quits on the first 20-degree night forces a fast decision. Three checks make it easier:
- Age × repair cost. If the furnace age times the quote is above about $5,000, price a replacement too.
- Safety first. A cracked heat exchanger or carbon monoxide warning means replacement, not patching. Ask to see the evidence.
- Pair it up. If the AC is also 15+ years old, replacing both together saves $800–$1,500 in labor.
From price check to a real quote
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The Ohio HVAC calendar
Cheap fixes before an expensive one
- Change a 1-inch filter every 1–3 months in heating season; a clogged filter is the #1 cause of no-heat calls.
- Keep side-wall PVC vents clear of snow and ice after every storm.
- Set the thermostat back 7–10°F for 8 hours a day to cut heating bills by up to 10%.
- Schedule a tune-up in September or October, before the first cold snap.
Common questions
How much does a new furnace cost in Ohio?
Most Ohio homeowners pay $3,400–$5,800 for a standard 80% gas furnace and $4,600–$8,400 for a 95% high-efficiency furnace, installed. Prices run a little higher in Columbus and lower in Youngstown and Canton.
What does a new central AC cost in Ohio?
A standard central air conditioner for a ducted home runs about $4,800–$7,600 installed in Ohio; two-stage systems about $6,200–$9,400.
Do heat pumps work in Ohio?
Yes. Cold-climate heat pumps keep heating well below freezing, and most Ohio homes with gas pair a heat pump with the existing furnace (dual-fuel) so the furnace covers the coldest days.
Who answers the phone number on this site?
Calls go to a partner service that connects you with independent, local heating and cooling contractors who serve your ZIP code. We are an information site, not an HVAC company.