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New furnace and heat pump systems sized and installed for Orange County homes, with a real load calculation and a firm price before any work begins.
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Heating Installation
A new heating installation starts with the same question as a cooling system: what does this specific house actually need. We run a load calculation based on square footage, insulation, window count, and ceiling height, since an oversized furnace short-cycles and wears out faster, while an undersized one runs constantly and still can’t keep up on a cold night. Most Orange County homeowners call us for a new install when their current furnace is over 15 years old, the heat exchanger has cracked, repair costs keep climbing, or they’re converting to a heat pump system for better efficiency and to avoid running two separate systems for heating and cooling. We also check your existing ductwork before quoting equipment, since a high-efficiency furnace paired with undersized or leaky ducts rarely performs the way the equipment label promises.
The right size system, installed correctly, is the difference between a house that heats evenly and one with a cold back bedroom every winter.
Once we’ve sized the system, we walk you through equipment options, gas furnace or heat pump, standard or variable-speed, and get a firm number in writing before anyone touches a wrench. Installation day usually runs a full day for a straightforward swap, longer if we’re modifying ductwork, adding venting, or relocating equipment. A good installation means the gas line or electrical connections are verified to code, the venting is correctly sized and sealed, and a startup check confirms the system is actually producing the temperature rise it should. A bad one is equipment that’s connected and left running without anyone confirming those numbers.
When It's Time to Replace Instead of Repair
If any of this sounds like your system, a new install is probably the better math than another repair bill.
- The heat exchanger is cracked, which is a safety issue rather than a repairable one
- You’ve called for repairs two or more times in the past 12 months
- Energy bills have crept up even though you haven’t changed your thermostat habits
- The system is 15 or more years old and the compressor or blower is starting to sound labored
- You’re finishing an attic room, ADU, or addition the current system wasn’t sized for
- You’re considering a heat pump to handle both heating and cooling from one system
If you’re on the fence, we’ll give you an honest read on repair-versus-replace costs before recommending anything. Sometimes the right answer really is one more repair.
A properly sized, correctly installed heating system is one of the few home upgrades that pays you back in lower bills, fewer repair calls, and a system that lasts the 15 to 20 years it’s supposed to. Cutting corners on installation shows up later as a comfort problem, or worse, a safety one, that’s harder to trace back to day one. If you’re comparing a repair against a full new installation, our heating repair team can give you an honest read before you decide.
Why Choose Hana Hou Home
Accurate Load Calculations
We size every system to your actual home, not a same-as-last-time swap.
Licensed Gas & Electrical Connections Verified to Code
Gas lines, venting, and electrical hookups are checked and inspected, not just connected.
30-Day Encore Promise on Every Install
If the same issue shows up within 30 days of installation, we come back and fix it at no charge.
Gas Furnace Installation
Sized to Your Home, Not a Same-Size Swap
A load calculation based on square footage, insulation, and existing ductwork decides the right furnace size, not just matching the old one. See our full heating services overview for everything we cover.
Heat Pump Installation
One System for Heating and Cooling
A heat pump handles both sides of comfort from one system, which is worth considering when you’re replacing an aging furnace and AC at the same time. See our AC installation page for how we size a heat pump for the cooling side too.
Ductwork Evaluation & Sizing
New Equipment Only Performs as Well as the Ducts It Runs Through
We test static pressure on existing ductwork before finalizing any equipment quote, since undersized or leaky ducts can undercut even the best furnace or heat pump.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a new heating installation cost in Orange County?
It depends on the equipment type, gas furnace versus heat pump, the tonnage or BTU output needed, and whether your ductwork needs work alongside the swap. We won’t give you a number until we’ve measured your home and checked the ducts.
How long does a heating installation take?
A straightforward like-for-like swap typically takes a full day. If we’re adding venting, resizing ductwork, or converting to a heat pump, plan on it stretching into a second day.
Do I need a permit for a new heating system?
Most Orange County cities require a permit for a full system replacement, and we pull it as part of the job so the work is inspected and documented correctly.
Should I install a heat pump or stick with a gas furnace?
A heat pump handles both heating and cooling from one system and tends to run more efficiently in our mild Orange County winters, while a gas furnace can produce a stronger heat output on the coldest nights. We’ll walk through the tradeoffs based on your specific home rather than push one option.
Can my existing ductwork handle a new high-efficiency furnace?
Sometimes, sometimes not. Older Orange County homes often have ducts sized for less airflow than today’s variable-speed systems move, which is why we test static pressure before finalizing your quote.
What's covered if something goes wrong after installation?
Under our Encore Promise, if the same issue shows up again within 30 days of the install, we come back and fix it at no charge. Manufacturer warranties on parts apply beyond that window depending on the equipment you chose.
How is a new heating installation different from a heating repair?
A repair fixes or replaces a failed part on the system you already have. An installation replaces the equipment entirely, usually because it’s older, undersized, or has a safety issue like a cracked heat exchanger that can’t simply be repaired.
Will you help me decide between repairing my current furnace and replacing it?
Yes. Before recommending a full installation, we walk through the real repair-versus-replace math with you. Sometimes the honest answer is one more repair, not a new system.
Is a new heating installation covered by the 'Ohana Membership plan?
New equipment still benefits from an annual tune-up, which the ‘Ohana Membership plan covers for $14.99 a month, along with priority scheduling and a discount on future repairs. See the membership page for details.
How do I get a firm quote for heating installation at my home?
Call us or request service online and we’ll schedule an in-home visit to measure your space, check your ductwork, and walk you through equipment options with a firm, written price before any work begins.