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What size furnace should I buy?

Square FootageFurnace BTU
1,000-1,200 sq. ft. Home40,000 - 60,000 BTU
1,200-1,500 sq. ft. Home60,000 BTU
1,500-1,800 sq. ft. Home60,000 - 80,000 BTU
1,800-2,500 sq. ft. Home80,000 - 100,000 BTU
2,500-3,500 sq. ft. Home100,000 to 120,000 BTU

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How much money could you save by upgrading to a new high-efficiency furnace? Find out with this quick calculator.
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Older furnaces are significantly less efficient and cost more to run.
What are your approximate total annual natural gas costs?
Take your average monthly gas bill × 12. The average in Canada is about $1,000/year. Include all gas appliances.
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Select all that apply — helps estimate what portion of your gas bill is for heating.
Select the efficiency (AFUE) you would choose for your new furnace
Entry-level models start at about 92% and go up to about 98% for high-end models.
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How Much Can I Save by Upgrading My Furnace?

The savings from upgrading to a high-efficiency furnace depend heavily on how old and inefficient your current unit is. An older 60% AFUE furnace upgraded to a 96% AFUE model can reduce your heating costs by 33–40%. Even upgrading from a relatively modern 80% AFUE to 96% AFUE saves roughly 16–18% on your heating bills annually.
Old Furnace AFUENew Furnace AFUEAnnual Savings (on $2,000/yr gas bill)10-Year Savings
60% (pre-1990s)96%~$750/yr~$7,500
70% (1990s)96%~$542/yr~$5,420
80% (2000s)96%~$333/yr~$3,330
92% (2015+)96%~$83/yr~$830
*Based on $2,000/year natural gas heating cost. Actual savings vary by home size, climate zone, and local gas rates.

What Is AFUE and Why Does It Matter?

AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) measures what percentage of the gas your furnace burns actually heats your home. A 60% AFUE furnace wastes 40 cents of every dollar you spend on gas. A 96% AFUE furnace wastes only 4 cents. In Canada, where furnaces run 6–8 months per year, even small AFUE improvements translate into meaningful savings.

Canada's Minimum AFUE Requirements

Since December 2019, all new natural gas furnaces sold in Canada must be at least 92% AFUE — up from the previous 78% minimum. This means any furnace installed before 2019 may be using significantly more gas than a modern replacement.

Understanding Payback Period

The payback period is how long it takes for your energy savings to cover the cost of upgrading. For example, if upgrading saves $400/year and the upgrade (after rebates) costs $3,000, the payback period is 7.5 years. Since furnaces last 15–25 years, you'd enjoy 7–17 years of pure savings after breaking even.
💰 After-Rebate Cost
Federal and provincial rebates can reduce your net upgrade cost by $1,000–$5,000, dramatically improving your payback timeline.
📈 Gas Price Trends
Natural gas prices in Canada have risen historically. Higher future prices mean your savings grow over time, improving the ROI of upgrading now.
🏡 Home Resale Value
A new high-efficiency furnace typically adds $2,000–$4,000 to your home's resale value, which can be factored into your total savings calculation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is upgrading from 92% to 96% AFUE worth it in Canada?

For most Canadian homeowners spending $1,500–$3,000/year on gas heat, the upgrade saves $60–$120/year. Given the cost premium of ~$800–$1,500 for a higher AFUE model, payback is typically 10–15 years without rebates, or 5–8 years with rebates. For long-term homeowners in cold climates, it's usually worthwhile.

Check the yellow EnerGuide label on your furnace, look in the owner's manual, or search your furnace's model number online. Furnaces installed before 2000 are often 60–78% AFUE. Furnaces from 2000–2019 are typically 80–92% AFUE.

Not necessarily. Annual furnace tune-ups ($100–$200) can improve efficiency by 5–10%. Sealing air leaks and improving attic insulation often delivers better ROI than furnace replacement alone. Use our savings calculator to compare your options.

🇨🇦 Rebates Available
Canadian homeowners may qualify for up to
$5,000
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