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How much does converting from electric to gas heat cost in Toledo?

Electric-to-gas furnace conversion in Toledo runs $5,500–$11,500 — includes the gas furnace ($2,800–$5,500), gas line install ($800–$2,500), venting ($600–$1,500), and removal/disposal of the old electric furnace. Payback in Toledo: 4–7 years on heating bills.

Low
$5,500
Typical
$8,500
High
$14,000

What affects the price

  • Furnace tier
    80% AFUE single-stage: cheapest, $2,800. 95% AFUE two-stage: $4,200. 97% AFUE modulating: $5,500+.
  • Gas line run
    If gas service is at the meter and you need a 30ft run to the furnace closet: +$600–$1,000. No existing gas service: +$1,500–$3,500 from Columbia Gas.
  • Venting
    Standard 80% AFUE: B-vent up existing chimney. 95%+: PVC sidewall vent, often new wall penetration.
  • Toledo Edison disconnect
    Removing the electric furnace and downsizing your service entrance can lower your monthly demand charge. Coordinate with Toledo Edison.

What's included

  • Old electric furnace removal + recycling
  • New gas furnace + matched coil
  • Gas line install with permit
  • Venting (B-vent or PVC depending on furnace)
  • Lucas County HVAC permit + inspection
  • First-year tune-up included by most installers

When to call

Toledo Edison electric heat costs roughly 2–2.5× gas heat per BTU. If your house is electric-heat AND your furnace is over 12 years old, conversion makes sense before the next replacement cycle. Get Columbia Gas + Toledo Edison rebates stacked.

Related questions

What rebates are available for gas-furnace conversion in Toledo?

Columbia Gas of Ohio may offer rebates on 95%+ AFUE furnaces — verify the current program. The federal §25C tax credit ended for systems placed in service after December 31, 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (Pub. L. 119-21) and can no longer be claimed for 2026+ installs.

Will I lose AC during the conversion?

If you have central AC, the existing coil + ductwork stay. Downtime is typically 1–2 days for the furnace swap. Schedule in spring or fall.

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$9,200
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$9,200
Highest
$9,200
  • $9,200
    Old West End · Oct 2025

    "Removed all-electric, added gas furnace + line + venting."

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