Brantford winters can really bring the chill. Stay warm and cozy with a new or upgraded furnace that suits you, your home and your budget. We’ve done the research and offer you an unbiased guide to purchasing a new furnace in Telephone City.
Table of contents
- Brantford by the Numbers
- Top Brands by Price Tier
- What to look for when choosing a heating & air conditioning contractor
- Who Are Our Top Brantford Air Conditioner Contractors?
- Purchasing a High-Efficiency Furnace
- Price and Overall Value
- Warranty
- Quietness
- Government Rebates Available
- Popular Furnace Brands
- Installation
- High-Efficiency Furnace Pricing
- Financing Options
- General City Information
Average* furnace price in Brampton (including install):
$2500 – $5000
*note many factors can affect price, see further down for details
Brantford by the Numbers
Population: 98,874
Avg Temp. (Summer): 26 degrees Celsius
Avg Temp. (Winter): -8 degrees Celsius
Top Brands by Price Tier
Low – $2,400 + KeepRite
Mid – $3,000 + American Standard
Premium – $3,400 + Lennox
Rebates available: Yes
What to look for when choosing a heating & air conditioning contractor
People often fret over the brand of furnace to buy, but the contractor you choose is every bit as important. Not only is the quality of the workmanship and installation crucial to the furnace’s lifespan, the company you choose will be relied on for future servicing and warranty coverage.
Always choose an established company that has:
- Good, independently-verified feedback
- A solid track record and no outstanding disputes
- Verified insurance, licenses, and certifications
- Experienced staff, with manufacturer training
- Registered to offer rebates
Checking all of these things is difficult and time-consuming.
That’s why we’ve already done it for you!
Learn more about our independent local HVAC contractor Certification program, designed to help you get a reliable heating system at a fair price, from reputable local dealers.
Who Are Our Top Brantford Air Conditioner Contractors?
About Canadian Heating:
- Established, with a great track record
- Amazing feedback from verified customers
- Fully licensed, bonded, and insured
- Experienced and well-trained staff
- 24-hour emergency service
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About Environmental HVAC:
- Established, with a great track record
- Amazing feedback from verified customers
- Fully licensed, bonded, and insured
- Experienced and well-trained staff
- 24-hour emergency service
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Purchasing a High-Efficiency Furnace
Efficiency Rating
A furnace with a good ENERGY STAR Rating means that your unit will run efficiently, have less impact on the environment and save you money over time. ENERGY STAR Ratings are overseen by the EPA and units undergo strict assessments.
Features
Furnaces are equipped with a variety of fan systems which are suited to different home sizes and layouts. Establish what size is appropriate for your home, because, in the case of furnaces, bigger is not always better. Then, decide which features are most important to you. Do you value quietness? Efficiency? Zoned heating? There are a range of furnaces on the market offering distinct features to suit your individual needs.
An Overview of Some Common Modern Furnace Features
- Variable speed blowers – A furnace with a variable speed blower motor will blow at different speeds, resulting in better airflow control throughout your home. This increase in precision means greater efficiency, the ability to heat specific areas of your home and better humidity control, as well as the potential for better air quality, as air will be circulated continuously through the furnace filter.
- Zoned heating – Zoned heating allows you to control the temperature of specified areas, or “zones,” in your home independently from each other. The flow of air to different zones is enabled by the opening and closing of valves, known as dampers, in ductwork and is completely controlled and customized with the thermostat. Zoned heating allows consistent heating throughout your space or temperatures tailored specifically to rooms, or their residents.
- Dual heat exchangers – A heat exchanger refers to the tubes or coils within a furnace which heat the air. With dual heat exchangers, even more heat can be drawn from the burned gas, resulting in greater efficiency and consistency of temperature throughout your home, especially when winter is in full swing.
Price and Overall Value
A high-efficiency furnace may mean more money up front, but will give you energy savings in the long run. Tailor your purchase to match an industry or government rebate and get money back, too.
Warranty
A manufacturer’s warranty indicates their faith in their product and duration will vary depending on the make and model you select. Some providers also offer extended warranties for an extra charge. Reputable HVAC companies will provide a licensed, experienced installation technician and should provide a satisfaction guarantee.
Quietness
A good furnace shouldn’t rattle the rafters while it heats your home. Many furnaces now offer noise-reduction features and will list the decibel level of each model in the product specifications. We’ve also compiled a list of the quietest furnace models on the market, for every budget.
Check out our Best High-Efficiency Furnaces of 2017/2018 for a comparison of the best brands. We’ve scored each brand based on five key aspects: efficiency, features, price, types and warranty.
Deals Available
Current Promo for Environmental HVAC:
Receive a free Ecobee Smart thermostat with purchase of premium furnace and AC combo!
Government Rebates Available
Ontario Power Authority and Union Gas offer rebates when you purchase a furnace with an air conditioner or a tankless water heater, respectively.
Check out the latest rebates available for residents of Brantford, Ontario.
Popular Furnace Brands
Residents of Brantford, Ontario are buying units by: Amana, American Standard, Carrier, Comfortmaker, KeepRite, Lennox, and Napoleon
Installation
Make sure that your high-efficiency furnace is installed by a licensed and experienced technician. Proper installation will mean optimal efficiency and fewer problems down the road. A reputable HVAC company will guarantee installation and may even throw in a maintenance call or service.
High-Efficiency Furnace Pricing
Average furnace price in Brantford (including install): $2500 – $5000
Financing Options
Many HVAC providers offer monthly payments, payment deferral promotions and leasing options. Enersure, a division of Brantford Hydro, also offers leasing options.
General City Information
The southwestern Ontario city of Brantford sits upon the Grand River, boasting mild summers and cold winters. Winter months are, on average, -8 degrees Celsius and can drop as low as -20 degrees Celsius. Historically a manufacturing town, the city now hosts commuters looking for more reasonably priced homes than Toronto or Hamilton. The revitalized city centre offers residents and visitors a range of restaurants and cafes. Brantford also offers year round activities, including biking and hiking trails, museums and a salute to its most famous former resident, Alexander Graham Bell and the telephone he invented here.