Most homeowners in York County spend between $3,500 and $10,500 for a full furnace replacement.

That includes:

• The furnace itself
• Professional installation
• Removal of the old system
• Any required venting or safety upgrades
• Startup, testing, and calibration

The wide price range comes down to the type of furnace, home size, efficiency rating, and the condition of your existing ductwork and utilities.

Cost: $3,000 – $6,500

Electric furnaces are cheaper upfront but cost the most to operate in PA due to electricity rates. They’re rare in York County unless paired with a heat pump.

Cost: $5,000 – $10,500+

This is the most common furnace type in York County. Pricing varies based on AFUE efficiency:

• 80% AFUE (standard): $5,000–$6,500
  
• 90–93% AFUE (mid-efficiency): $6,500–$8,500
  
• 95–98% AFUE (high-efficiency): $8,500–$10,500
  
  

High-efficiency units cost more upfront, but can reduce your gas usage by 15–30% each winter.

Cost: $6,000 – $9,500

More common in rural outskirts like Jefferson and Westminster. Installation requires tank considerations, fuel lines, and often higher maintenance.

Most homes in York County fall between 60,000 and 100,000 BTUs. Larger homes, older homes, or homes with poor insulation may require higher BTU output.

Each BTU step can add $500–$1,000+ to equipment cost.

Prices increase if:

• Your ductwork needs modification
  
  
• You’re switching from oil → gas or electric → gas
  
  
• Your furnace is in a tight attic, crawlspace, or outdated mechanical closet
  
  
• Your venting must be replaced for high-efficiency units
  
  

Older homes around Hanover, Dover, and York City frequently require extra updates.

AFUE higher = more upfront cost but lower bills.



A 96% furnace can save the average York County home $350–$600 per year compared to older 70–80% AFUE units.

Premium brands (Carrier, Bryant, Lennox, Trane) cost more for:



• Variable-speed blowers
  
• Modulating gas valves
  
• Smart thermostat integration
  
• Whisper-quiet operation
  
• Advanced humidity and IAQ control
  

York County labor rates are slightly lower than the Philadelphia metro but higher than rural northern PA. Expect $2,000–$4,000 of your project cost to be professional installation labor.

• Your system is 15–20+ years old
  
• You see rising gas or electric bills
  
• You’ve had multiple repairs in a short period
  
• The furnace is loud or cycles frequently
  
• Uneven heating across your home
  
• You smell burning, metallic, or unusual odors
• A technician identifies a crack in the heat exchanger (immediate safety issue)
  

A great furnace isn’t about brand bragging rights — it’s about:



• The right size
  
• The right efficiency
  
• A proper installation
  
• A strong warranty
  
• A contractor who doesn’t cut corners
  
  

In fact, a poorly installed high-efficiency unit will perform worse than a properly installed mid-efficiency unit.

Strive performs full home assessments to match the right furnace to your square footage, layout, insulation, and heating demands.

Homeowners across York, Hanover, Dover, Shrewsbury, Manchester, Wrightsville, and Jefferson choose Strive because:

• We’re local — and we know PA homes and PA winters
  
• We deliver transparent estimates with no upselling
  
• We install furnace systems correctly the first time
  
• We offer high-efficiency options from trusted brands
  
• We provide financing options for qualified homeowners
  
• Every installation includes full testing and calibration
  
• Our technicians are friendly, trained, and detail-obsessed
  
  

You don’t want the cheapest installer.

You want the installer who makes sure your home is warm on a 10° night in January.

If you’re considering replacing your furnace, Strive Heating & Cooling is ready to help. We serve all of York County, including York, Hanover, Dover, Shrewsbury, Wrightsville, Manchester, Jefferson, and Westminster.

Schedule a free estimate today and our team will help you choose the right furnace for your home, budget, and comfort.

Your home. Your comfort. Your furnace — installed the right way.