Portland Metro Furnace Installation - Done Right the First Time

In the Portland metro, furnace installation runs $4,000 to $8,000 depending on the efficiency rating (80-98% AFUE), BTU sizing, and how complex the install is. Standard efficiency units (80% AFUE) land at $4,000-$4,500. High efficiency (90-95% AFUE) runs $4,500-$6,000. Ultra-high efficiency (96-98% AFUE) is $6,000-$8,000. Energy Trust of Oregon rebates knock off $350-$800, and federal tax credits add up to $600 more in savings.

Portland homeowners qualify for Energy Trust of Oregon rebates of $350-$800 on high-efficiency furnaces. NW Natural kicks in utility rebates up to $300. Federal tax credits cover up to $600 for ENERGY STAR certified equipment. Stack them all and you're looking at $1,100-$1,700 off your new furnace. We handle all the rebate paperwork for you.

Most furnace installs wrap up in a single day — about 6-10 hours. That covers the load calculation, ductwork inspection, pulling the old unit, setting and connecting the new furnace (gas, electrical, venting), full system testing, and walking you through operation. If we need ductwork mods or electrical upgrades, it could stretch to 2 days.

Sizing depends on square footage, insulation, windows, and Portland's climate zone. Our NATE-certified techs run a Manual J load calculation to nail down the exact BTU output your house needs. Getting this right matters — an oversized furnace short-cycles and wastes energy, while an undersized one can't keep up on cold nights. Most Portland homes (1,500-2,000 sq ft) need 60,000-80,000 BTU.

Think about replacing if the furnace is past 15 years old, the repair bill is more than 50% of a new unit, breakdowns keep happening, your gas bills are climbing, or some rooms just won't heat right. Modern 90-98% AFUE furnaces cut heating costs 20-40% compared to older equipment. We give honest repair-vs-replace assessments — no one here will push a replacement you don't need.

AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) tells you how much fuel actually becomes heat. An 80% AFUE furnace turns 80 cents of every dollar into heat — the other 20 cents goes up the flue. A 95% AFUE unit converts 95 cents. For a Portland house spending $1,000/year on heat, jumping from 80% to 95% AFUE saves about $187 a year. The higher-efficiency models also run quieter, manage humidity better, and qualify for rebates.

We do. Financing options include 0% APR for 60 months on qualifying furnace purchases with approved credit. We also help you stack every available rebate — Energy Trust of Oregon ($350-$800), NW Natural utility rebates (up to $300), and federal tax credits (up to $600). Our team can put together a payment plan that works for your budget.

Every install covers: Manual J load calculation and sizing, energy efficiency consultation, ductwork inspection and mods if needed, old furnace removal and disposal, new furnace install with all gas and electrical connections, proper venting, full system testing and calibration, thermostat setup, homeowner walkthrough on operation and maintenance, all required permits, 10-year parts warranty, and lifetime heat exchanger warranty.

Yes, Efficiency Heating & Cooling is fully licensed (Oregon CCB #187834), bonded, and insured. We're a Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer and our technicians are NATE-certified (North American Technician Excellence). We've been serving the Portland metro area since 2008 with Over 1,300 five-star reviews.

As a Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer, we specialize in Bryant furnaces which offer industry-leading efficiency ratings (up to 98.3% AFUE), whisper-quiet operation, and strong warranties. We also install and service all major furnace brands including Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Rheem, Goodman, and York. We'll help you select the best furnace for your home and budget.