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How much does a new heat pump or furnace cost in the Puget Sound?

Updated September 2026  ·  Typical installed prices for Seattle, Tacoma and Everett-area homes

Quick answer

Most Puget Sound homeowners pay $12,000 to $18,000 for a ducted heat pump, installed. A typical project runs $2,000 Seattle Clean Heat instant rebate (if eligible).

Typical 2026 price
$12,000 – $18,000

for a ducted heat pump, installed

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Prices by option

HVAC prices by option

Option
Typical installed price
Ducted heat pump

Heats and cools through existing ducts; the most common upgrade.

$12,000 – $18,000
Ductless mini-split

Great for homes without ducts, or additions and ADUs.

$5,000 – $18,000
Gas furnace

Replacing a furnace like-for-like.

$6,000 – $12,000
Central air conditioning

Adding AC to an existing furnace and ducts.

$7,000 – $13,000
By project size

What a whole project costs

Project
Typical total
Single-zone ductless
$5,000 – $9,000
Whole-home ducted heat pump
$12,000 – $18,000
Multi-zone ductless or cold-climate system
$14,000 – $24,000
Cost factors

What drives the price

System type and size

Tonnage and zones are sized to your home’s heat loss.

Ductwork

Leaky or undersized ducts may need sealing or replacement.

Electrical

Some homes need a panel or circuit upgrade for a heat pump.

Rebates

Utility and city programs can take thousands off.

Ways to save

How to keep the price down

How we price

Ranges are typical installed prices for the Seattle–Tacoma–Everett area, checked against published local pricing (sources below). They’re for planning. Your written quote is the real number.

FAQ

HVAC cost FAQ

Planning the project itself? Read our heating & cooling guide.

A ducted heat pump typically costs $12,000 to $18,000 installed before rebates. Ductless systems range from about $5,000 for one zone.

Federal credits ended after 2025, but utilities and Seattle’s Clean Heat program have offered rebates. Check your utility for current amounts.

Equipment brand and efficiency, sizing, ductwork and electrical work.

Sources

Where these prices come from

Our typical range, $12,000–$18,000 for a ducted heat pump, installed, sits inside what local contractors and cost publishers report. Their numbers differ because each prices a different scope, finish level or home size.

What the range includes

A ducted heat pump with outdoor unit, air handler, line set, controls and startup.

Not included

New ductwork, electrical panel upgrades, permit fees. Rebates come off afterwards.

Prices checked September 30, 2026 by Clearview Home Guide.

Source
What it says
$12,000 – $18,000, ducted, standard homes
Eco Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air
$12,000 – $20,000, cold-climate ducted
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