Furnace Installation in Minneapolis–St.Paul

Understanding the investment in your home’s heating system helps you plan and budget effectively. In the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, furnace installation costs typically range from $3,000 to $12,000, with most homeowners paying around $4,800 to $7,700 for a complete installation. At Genz-Ryan, we provide transparent, upfront pricing with no hidden fees so you know exactly what to expect before work begins.

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Step 1: Free Consultation

• We evaluate your home’s size, insulation, and heating needs
• Perform professional load calculation to determine perfect furnace size
• Recommend the best furnace for your budget and comfort goals
• Provide transparent, itemized pricing

Step 2: Preparation

• We handle permits and paperwork
• Schedule at your convenience (same-day service available for emergencies)
• Simple prep: clear 4-foot area around furnace

Step 3: Installation Day (4-8 hours total)

• Safely disconnect and remove old furnace
• Position and secure new furnace
• Connect gas, electrical, and ductwork
• Install proper venting
• Set up thermostat and test all systems
• Fire up and verify operation
• Test safety controls and check for CO
• Walk you through how to operate everything

Step 4: Clean up

• Complete debris removal
• Haul-away old furnace

Gas Furnaces

Natural gas furnaces are the most cost-effective option for cold climates, providing powerful heating for Minnesota’s extreme temperatures. They have lower operating costs than electric furnaces and provide reliable, consistent heat even on the coldest days. Natural gas is widely available throughout the Twin Cities metro area.

Gas furnaces cost between $4,000 and $10,000 installed, depending on efficiency and features. While the upfront cost is higher than electric, the lower monthly heating bills make gas the best choice for most Minnesota homeowners.

Electric Furnaces

Electric furnaces have the lowest installation cost, typically $1,000-$3,000, and are compact with no venting required. They’re nearly 100% efficient at the point of use and have no combustion, which means no carbon monoxide risk.

However, electric furnaces typically can’t provide the level of heating needed for Minnesota’s extreme cold. They also have much higher operating costs since electricity is more expensive than natural gas. Electric furnaces work better as supplemental heat or in southern climates, but are not recommended as the primary heating source in Minnesota.

• 70+ years serving Twin Cities families
• Licensed & insured technicians
• Same-day emergency service available
• Upfront pricing
• We handle permits and rebates
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