HVAC replacement on the North Shore
HVAC replacement on the Chicago North Shore typically runs $4,500-$9,000 for a furnace, $4,000-$8,000 for central AC, and $9,000-$18,000 for a matched furnace-and-AC system installed. Older North Shore homes running hot-water or steam heat fall into boiler replacement at $7,000-$15,000, and cold-climate heat pumps run $10,000-$22,000 before ComEd rebates. Final cost depends on system size, efficiency, and how the home is configured - every number here is a planning range, not a quote.
We are a replacement-focused installer covering the North Shore and northwest suburbs - Winnetka, Wilmette, Glencoe, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Kenilworth, Evanston, Northbrook, Glenview, Deerfield and the surrounding communities. Installers are licensed and insured, estimates are free and done in the home, and rebate paperwork is handled so the incentives actually land.
What HVAC replacement costs on the North Shore
Typical installed totals, before rebates. Larger homes and difficult installs run toward the top of each range.
| Replacement | Typical installed cost |
|---|---|
| Furnace Replacement | $4,500-$9,000 |
| AC Replacement | $4,000-$8,000 |
| Full System Replacement | $9,000-$18,000 |
| Boiler Replacement | $7,000-$15,000 |
| Heat Pump Installation | $10,000-$22,000 |
| Ductless Mini-Split Installation | $4,000-$14,000 |
| Tankless Water Heater Installation | $3,500-$6,500 |
| Emergency HVAC Replacement | $4,500-$18,000 |
Replacement systems we install
Furnace Replacement
High-efficiency gas furnace replacement for North Shore and NW suburban homes.
AC Replacement
Central air conditioner replacement sized right for comfort and efficiency.
Full System Replacement
Furnace and AC replaced together as one matched, high-efficiency system.
Boiler Replacement
Hot-water and steam boiler replacement for older North Shore housing stock.
Heat Pump Installation
Cold-climate electric heat pumps that qualify for tiered utility rebates.
Ductless Mini-Split Installation
Ductless heating and cooling for additions, attics, and homes without ductwork.
Tankless Water Heater Installation
On-demand tankless water heaters for endless hot water and less wasted space.
Emergency HVAC Replacement
24/7 response when the heat or AC dies and can't wait for a scheduled visit.
Learn moreNot sure it needs replacing yet?
Heating and cooling repair across the North Shore - with a straight answer on when replacement is the better buy.
Repair or replace - the honest mathRepair, when a repair is the right call
We fix heating and cooling equipment, and most of the time that is the correct answer - the part failed, the fix is economical, and you keep the system you already own. A diagnostic visit is $99-$169 and is credited toward the repair. Repairs are quoted flat and approved by you in writing before anything is touched. If the honest math says another repair is a poor buy against the age of the system, we show you that and price both options.
Furnace Repair
Gas furnace repair across the North Shore and northwest suburbs, with 24/7 no-heat response.
AC Repair
Central air conditioner repair - refrigerant, capacitors, compressors, and drainage - across Cook and Lake counties.
Boiler Repair
Hot-water and steam boiler repair for the older North Shore housing stock that still runs on radiators.
Maintenance plans & seasonal tune-ups
Two visits a year - heating in the fall, cooling in the spring - with a written condition report, priority dispatch, and a discounted repair rate. Plans run $199-$399 per year depending on tier and system count; a one-off tune-up is $129-$199. Most manufacturer warranties require documented annual maintenance, so a plan is also how you keep that coverage intact.
See plans and what's coveredCommon questions
How much does a new furnace or AC cost on the North Shore?
Installed furnace replacements typically run $4,500-$9,000, central AC $5,000-$10,000, and a full furnace-plus-AC system $9,000-$18,000. Boilers (common in older North Shore homes) run $7,000-$15,000, and heat pumps $10,000-$22,000 before rebates. Final pricing depends on system size, efficiency, and how your home is configured. Every quote is written and itemized after an in-home estimate.
Should I repair or replace my system?
As a rule of thumb, if a system is 15+ years old, needs a repair that costs more than about a third of a new unit, or has failed more than once in a season, replacement usually saves money over time. We give an honest recommendation - if a repair makes more sense, we'll say so, and we'll do the repair.
Do you do repairs, or only replacements?
Both. We repair furnaces, air conditioners, and boilers, with a $99-$169 diagnostic that is credited toward the repair and a flat repair price you approve in writing before any work starts. Most repairs run $180-$950 depending on the equipment and the fault. Replacement is what we specialize in, but that does not mean we push it - a good system with a failed part gets the part.
Do you offer a maintenance plan or service agreement?
Yes. Plans run $199-$399 per year depending on tier and how many systems the home has, and cover two seasonal visits - heating in the fall, cooling in the spring - plus priority dispatch and a discounted repair rate for members. A one-off tune-up without a plan is $129-$199. Most manufacturer warranties require documented annual maintenance, so a plan also keeps that coverage intact.
Do you help with ComEd, Nicor, and federal rebates?
Yes. High-efficiency furnaces, AC, heat pumps, and boilers often qualify for Nicor Gas and ComEd rebates - heat pumps can earn tiered ComEd rebates of roughly $1,400-$2,000 depending on equipment. We size and select equipment to hit rebate thresholds and hand off the documentation you need to claim them.
My furnace died in the middle of winter - can you help fast?
Yes. We run a 24/7 emergency line for no-heat and no-cool situations. When a system can't be safely or economically revived, we can often provide temporary heat and get a replacement installed quickly.