How Much Does Furnace Repair Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Furnace Repair Include?
Furnace repairs address issues like ignition failure, blower motor problems, thermostat malfunctions, heat exchanger cracks, and pilot light issues. Most furnace repairs are straightforward and much cheaper than full replacement.
The national average cost for furnace repair is $400 per repair. Most homeowners pay between $150 and $800, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Common Repairs
Ignitor replacement: $150-$300. Blower motor: $300-$600. Flame sensor: $100-$250. Draft inducer: $400-$700. Heat exchanger: $500-$1,500
Emergency
Weekend/after-hours calls add $100-$200 in trip charges plus premium labor rates
Age Factor
Parts for furnaces 15+ years old may be discontinued, requiring aftermarket parts at higher cost
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Problem type
- ✓Furnace age and model
- ✓Parts availability
- ✓Emergency vs scheduled
- ✓Warranty coverage
- ✓Fuel type (gas vs electric)
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Change your air filter monthly during heating season — a dirty filter causes most common furnace problems
- 2.Schedule a pre-season tune-up ($80-$150) to catch issues early
- 3.Check your thermostat batteries and settings before calling a tech
- 4.Get a maintenance plan ($150-$300/year) that includes priority service and parts discounts
📈 Furnace Repair Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.6% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $340 | — |
| 2021 | $354 | +4.1% |
| 2022 | $377 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $388 | +2.9% |
| 2024 | $400 | +3.1% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Furnace Repair Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $123 | $328 | $656 |
| Alaska | $192 | $512 | $1,024 |
| Arizona | $143 | $380 | $760 |
| Arkansas | $120 | $320 | $640 |
| California | $203 | $540 | $1,080 |
| Colorado | $162 | $432 | $864 |
| Connecticut | $183 | $488 | $976 |
| Delaware | $158 | $420 | $840 |
| Florida | $147 | $392 | $784 |
| Georgia | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| Hawaii | $213 | $568 | $1,136 |
| Idaho | $138 | $368 | $736 |
| Illinois | $158 | $420 | $840 |
| Indiana | $132 | $352 | $704 |
| Iowa | $129 | $344 | $688 |
| Kansas | $128 | $340 | $680 |
| Kentucky | $126 | $336 | $672 |
| Louisiana | $131 | $348 | $696 |
| Maine | $153 | $408 | $816 |
| Maryland | $173 | $460 | $920 |
| Massachusetts | $195 | $520 | $1,040 |
| Michigan | $138 | $368 | $736 |
| Minnesota | $153 | $408 | $816 |
| Mississippi | $117 | $312 | $624 |
| Missouri | $131 | $348 | $696 |
| Montana | $143 | $380 | $760 |
| Nebraska | $132 | $352 | $704 |
| Nevada | $153 | $408 | $816 |
| New Hampshire | $168 | $448 | $896 |
| New Jersey | $188 | $500 | $1,000 |
| New Mexico | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| New York | $198 | $528 | $1,056 |
| North Carolina | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| North Dakota | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| Ohio | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| Oklahoma | $125 | $332 | $664 |
| Oregon | $165 | $440 | $880 |
| Pennsylvania | $153 | $408 | $816 |
| Rhode Island | $173 | $460 | $920 |
| South Carolina | $131 | $348 | $696 |
| South Dakota | $128 | $340 | $680 |
| Tennessee | $129 | $344 | $688 |
| Texas | $140 | $372 | $744 |
| Utah | $143 | $380 | $760 |
| Vermont | $162 | $432 | $864 |
| Virginia | $158 | $420 | $840 |
| Washington | $173 | $460 | $920 |
| West Virginia | $120 | $320 | $640 |
| Wisconsin | $141 | $376 | $752 |
| Wyoming | $138 | $368 | $736 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I repair or replace my furnace?
The 50% rule helps: if repair costs more than 50% of a new furnace AND the unit is over 15 years old, replace it. New furnaces are 90-98% efficient vs 60-80% for older units, saving hundreds per year.
Why is my furnace blowing cold air?
Common causes: dirty air filter, thermostat set to 'fan' instead of 'auto', pilot light out, ignitor failure, or gas supply issue. Check the simple things first before calling a technician.
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