Montreal’s Trusted Furnace Installation

The cost varies based on the type and size of the unit, your home’s size, existing ductwork condition, and whether your electrical panel needs an upgrade. A straightforward like-for-like replacement is typically less complex than a first-time installation or one requiring duct upgrades. After Electrika’s on-site assessment, we provide clear upfront pricing so you know exactly what is included before any work begins.

If your furnace is under 10 years old and the issue is a single component failure, a repair is often the right call. If it is 15 years or older, has recurring problems, or the repair cost approaches 50% of the cost of a new system, replacement is usually the more cost-effective choice over the next five to ten years. Electrika performs a thorough diagnostic first and explains your real options without pressure. We will tell you honestly which direction makes more financial sense for your situation.

Warning signs include a burning smell, a breaker that keeps tripping, scorch marks near the furnace or its wiring, or safety switches tripping repeatedly. If you have a gas furnace and smell gas or suspect carbon monoxide, leave your home immediately and call 911. For systems showing performance issues or age-related wear, Electrika can perform a safety inspection before the situation becomes an emergency.

Choose the right size for your home and a model that works with a heat pump. An electric furnace turns almost all the electricity it uses into heat, so the biggest savings come from adding a heat pump: it can do most of the heating, and the furnace helps on the coldest days. Electrika helps you compare models and weigh the upfront cost difference against long-term savings so you can make a confident, informed decision.

A straightforward replacement typically takes one full day. Jobs involving ductwork modifications or electrical upgrades may take longer. The condition of the mechanical room, available space, and complexity of the existing setup all affect the timeline. Electrika always explains the scope and expected timeframe before any work begins, no surprises on the day of installation.

Yes. Our licensed service professionals diagnose all major residential furnace brands and models, electric or gas. On gas furnaces, we repair the electrical parts, such as the blower motor, control board and breakers. We are not limited to the brands we install, which means you can call Electrika for an honest diagnostic on any existing system without worrying about brand or model in our recommendation.

Our tune-up covers the full safety and performance inspection your furnace needs before winter. This includes: washing the indoor coil, cleaning the condensate drain (and pump, if you have one), changing the filter, cleaning the fan motor, checking the heating elements and sequencers, inspecting the electrical components and testing how the whole system runs. If you have a heat pump or central air, we also clean the outdoor coil and check the refrigerant charge. We also make recommendations for items that could improve efficiency or prevent future issues without pressure to act on anything beyond what is necessary.

Short-cycling is usually caused by an oversized system, a dirty or restricted filter, a faulty thermostat or control, or overheating due to poor airflow. It causes uneven heating, accelerated wear on components, and higher energy use. Electrika’s diagnostic service identifies the exact cause quickly and explains the fix clearly before any work moves forward.

Furnaces should be inspected and tuned up once per year, ideally in early fall before the heating season. Annual maintenance keeps the system running safely, prevents breakdowns during the coldest periods, extends equipment life, and is required by most manufacturers to keep your warranty valid. A proper tune-up also includes a safety check of the heating elements and electrical components.

Yes. If upfront cost is a concern, we offer flexible financing options so you can move forward with the right heating solution without financial stress. Ask us about current options when you book your assessment.