How much does new furnace installation cost in Rialto?
80% AFUE entry-level $3,200-$4,500. 95%+ AFUE high-efficiency $5,500-$7,800 (SoCalGas rebates apply). Older central Rialto homes may add $400-$800 for gas line resize and additional retrofit work.
My older Rialto home has an 80% AFUE furnace. Should I upgrade?
Usually yes. SoCalGas rebates plus 15-20% annual gas savings typically pay back the upgrade within 5-7 years. The upgrade also eliminates the cracked-heat-exchanger CO risk on 20+ year furnaces.
Do you handle Foothill Boulevard commercial RTU heating installs in Rialto?
Yes. Rooftop unit heating-section installs and replacements for retail, fast food, small offices, and other light commercial along Foothill Blvd. Same Hesperia dispatch as residential, work scheduled for evenings or weekends to avoid business disruption.
What rebates apply for new furnace install in Rialto?
SoCalGas rebates on qualifying 95%+ AFUE high-efficiency natural gas furnaces, citywide. Federal IRA tax credits expired Dec 31, 2025. We pull current sheets at quote time.
How long does furnace installation take?
Most residential installs are completed in one day. Major flue, ductwork, or gas line modifications can extend to two days.
What size furnace do I need?
Sized by Manual J heating load calculation, not square footage. Oversized furnaces short-cycle, stress the heat exchanger, and cause uneven temperatures. Try our
AC sizing calculator for a quick BTU estimate (most homes need similar heating + cooling BTU). We Manual J the actual home on the install consult.
What AFUE rating should I get?
AFUE measures combustion efficiency. 80% is the entry level. 90-95% qualifies for SoCalGas rebates. 96%+ has the lowest monthly bill but the highest upfront cost. We lay out the payback period at quote time.