Best Furnace Replacement Companies in Plano, TX
What to look for in Furnace Replacement in Plano
Furnace replacement is a 15-year decision — installer authorization and labor-warranty length matter as much as the equipment itself. A premium furnace installed by an unauthorized shop loses both manufacturer-warranty coverage and the labor-warranty backstop on the install.
- Furnace replacement specialization. Provider lists full furnace replacement (not just repair) as a service line — heat-load calc, gas-line work, venting, condensate handling for high-efficiency.
- Manufacturer authorization. Named factory-authorized dealer (Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Bryant, Rheem, Goodman, York). Unlocks the extended parts warranty (typically 10 years vs the 5-year baseline).
- Labor warranty length. Multi-year labor warranty on the install — measures the installer's confidence in their own workmanship. 5-year is competitive; 10-year is best-in-class.
Verify before you book
- Active manufacturer-dealer status in the OEM's directory — we accept self-claimed.
- Whether the labor warranty applies to the specific equipment SKU you're quoted — some warranties are dealer-funded, some manufacturer-funded.
- Pulled permits for the install — required in most jurisdictions; some shops skip them. Always ask for the permit number after the work.
Furnace Replacement in Plano: dealer authorization + warranty
Furnace replacement separates pros from generalists on three published facts: manufacturer authorization tier, labor warranty length, and financing terms. Here is what each of the 7 contractors below publishes: In Texas, HVAC contractors must hold an active TDLR TACLA license — ask for the number and verify on tdlr.texas.gov before paying.
Top picks
Collin Air Conditioning★ Best for Furnace Replacement
Furnace Replacement score: 5.0
Vouched Score: 89/100
Whole-system replacement shop. American Standard Factory Authorized Dealer; 10-Year Warranty.
- Mfg dealer: American Standard Factory Authorized Dealer
- Warranty: 10-Year
- Financing: ✓
- Years: 45+
Google 4.9★ (420+)
Total Air & Plumbing
Furnace Replacement score: 4.9
Vouched Score: 91/100
Long-warranty installer. Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer with NATE Certified.
- Mfg dealer: Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer
- NATE: ✓
- Financing: ✓
- Years: 65+
Google 4.9★ (1,730+)BBB 3.0★ (2)
Dragon Air Services LLC
Furnace Replacement score: 4.6
Vouched Score: 84/100
Manufacturer-tier installer. American Standard Customer Care Dealer paired with NATE Certified.
- Mfg dealer: American Standard Customer Care Dealer
- NATE: ✓
- Financing: ✓
- Years: 5+
Google 5.0★ (330+)BBB NR
Lex - Air Conditioning, Heating, Plumbing, Electrical
Furnace Replacement score: 4.4
Vouched Score: 81/100
Driven by: Trane Comfort Specialist Dealer
- Mfg dealer: Trane Comfort Specialist
- Financing: ✓
- Years: 20+
Google 4.8★ (2,315+)Yelp 3.3★ (85+)BBB 1.0★ (6)
- Years: 20+
Consistently strong customer feedback (5.0★ from 85+ Google reviews).
Google 5.0★ (85+)
- Mfg dealer: American Standard Authorized Dealer
- Financing: ✓
- Years: 20+
Google 4.9★ (1,595+)
- Warranty: 5-Year
- Financing: ✓
- Years: 20+
Google 4.7★ (455+)
Typical Furnace Replacement costs in Plano, TX (2026)
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Estimated ranges for Plano, TX. Actual cost varies with home size, equipment, and scope — always request a written quote for your job.
| Service | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Furnace replacement (installed) | $2,450–$6,850 |
| High-efficiency 95%+ AFUE upcharge (over standard 80%) | $730–$1,800 |
| Gas line + venting modification (if repositioned) | $275–$1,100 |
| Furnace + AC dual-system replacement (installed) | $7,300–$16,400 |
What Every Plano Resident Should Know Before Scheduling Service
- Replace a gas furnace with another gas furnace, or switch to a heat pump?
- Stay with gas if your winter design temp is below 0°F and you have cheap natural gas — heat pumps still derate in extreme cold. Switch to a heat pump if winters are mild AND electricity isn't 2× the national rate AND a state rebate stacks. Run 10-year operating costs, not just install price.
- What AFUE rating should I look for in a new gas furnace?
- 95–98% AFUE for cold climates (condensing furnace; requires PVC venting and a condensate drain). 80% AFUE is acceptable in mild climates where the high-efficiency install premium doesn't pay back. Skip the 92–94% band — the price-to-efficiency curve is bad there.
- Typical HVAC pricing in Plano, TX: what should I budget?
- Furnace replacement typically runs $2,450–$6,850 in Plano, Texas. See the HVAC pricing table on this page for the full per-service breakdown.