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How Much Does Furnace Replacement Cost in Georgetown, TX? (2026 Guide)

How Much Does Furnace Replacement Cost in Georgetown, TX? (2026 Guide)

Replacing a gas furnace in Georgetown, TX typically costs $3,000 to $5,000 installed. The same range covers replacing the air handler on a heat pump system. If your AC is due at the same time, a complete system — gas or heat pump — runs $8,800 to $13,000, and doing it as one project usually beats doing the two sides a year apart; see our complete system cost guide.

About these numbers: they are what Neal HVAC actually charges on Georgetown-area furnace work as of 2026, including equipment, labor, and standard materials. A firm quote follows a free on-site look at your system, flue, gas line, and ductwork.

Furnace Replacement Cost by Type

System Typical installed cost Notes
Gas furnace replacement $3,000 – $5,000 Efficiency tier and venting changes set where you land in the range
Air handler replacement (heat pump systems) $3,000 – $5,000 The indoor half of a heat pump system
Complete system — furnace + AC, or heat pump $8,800 – $13,000 One system, one install — full guide

Before You Replace: the $150 Fixes

Two of the most common “my furnace is dead” calls turn out to be small parts: a dirty or failed flame sensor runs $150, and a failed ignitor runs $300. Our diagnosis is free, so before anyone talks you into a new furnace, it costs nothing to find out whether a $150 part is the actual problem. If your furnace just needs a fix, start with heating repair.

What Moves the Price

  • Efficiency and staging. Higher AFUE and two-stage or modulating operation cost more up front. In Georgetown’s mild winters the fuel savings are real but smaller than up north — we will tell you honestly when the mid-tier is the better buy.
  • Venting and code updates. A high-efficiency furnace vents differently than the 80% unit it replaces; flue, condensate, and combustion-air updates are common line items on older homes.
  • Location and access. Attic and closet installs take longer than garage swaps.
  • Doing the AC at the same time. If both sides are past 12–15 years, one combined install saves duplicate labor versus two separate projects.

Gas Furnace or Heat Pump?

Central Texas is one of the best heat-pump climates in the country — mild winters, long cooling seasons — so a heat pump deserves a look whenever a furnace is due, especially on all-electric homes. Our heat pump vs. furnace comparison walks through the trade-offs. Either way, our heating installation and furnace replacement in Georgetown team handles removal, install, and startup testing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do furnaces last in Central Texas?

Usually 15 to 20+ years — our short heating season is easy on them compared to northern climates. That is also why a Georgetown furnace often outlives the AC it was installed with, and why we check both before recommending anything.

Is a high-efficiency furnace worth it in Georgetown?

Honestly, not always. With a few hundred heating hours a year, the fuel savings from a 96% furnace take longer to repay the premium here than in cold climates. It can still be the right call for comfort, noise, or a long-ownership home — we will run your numbers instead of assuming.

Can I replace the furnace but keep my AC?

Often yes, if the AC has life left and the blower pairing is compatible. On systems where both sides are old, we will price it both ways — furnace-only versus complete system — so you can compare rather than guess. Estimates are free either way.

Making It Affordable

Neal HVAC offers financing, and 0% promotional programs are available through our lending partners at different times of the year — see our HVAC financing page for what is currently running, or request a free estimate and we will bring both the price and the payment options.

Chris Neal — Owner, Neal HVAC
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Chris Neal

Owner, Neal HVAC · Licensed TX HVAC Contractor TACLB28773E · In the Trade Since 1991

Chris Neal is the owner of Neal HVAC in Georgetown, Texas, and has worked in the HVAC trade since graduating from ITT Tech in 1991 — from maintaining 400-ton industrial ammonia chillers to running one of the largest AC replacement companies in Las Vegas. A Texas-licensed HVAC contractor who passed the state exam at the top of his class, Chris has led Neal HVAC to "Best of" awards in Round Rock, Hutto, and Georgetown.

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