Gas Furnace Conversion
Heating fuel conversion planning for Ottawa homes
Move on from fuel deliveries with a gas furnace conversion
Ready to stop arranging oil or propane deliveries, or reduce the work of heating with wood? AirZone helps Ottawa homeowners explore a switch to natural gas and plan the heating equipment, gas piping and other work involved.
Start with your home, your current system and what you want to improve. We can help you compare a gas conversion with electric and hybrid options, with your budget, comfort and timing in mind.
Make your next heating system work better for you
Less fuel handling
A switch from delivered oil or propane to a piped gas supply can remove the need to arrange deliveries. Moving away from wood heating can reduce the work of storing and handling fuel.
A well-planned changeover
Replacing aging equipment is a chance to choose a system that fits your home. Starting early gives you time to explore your options and allow for any utility work.
A clearer picture of costs
Look beyond the price of a furnace. Connection costs, installation work and expected energy use all help you compare the value of a conversion for your home.
Switching from oil, propane or wood
Oil to natural gas
A gas conversion can remove the need for oil deliveries. Alongside the new heating equipment, include your existing oil tank and any remaining fuel in the project discussion.
Propane to natural gas
Where natural gas service is available, a piped supply can replace propane deliveries. Compare the connection and installation costs with your current system and include the propane tank arrangements in the plan.
Wood or mixed-fuel heating
Looking for less day-to-day fuel handling? Tell us what heats your home and which equipment you want to retain. We can help you explore how a gas conversion would fit your heating setup.
Already have gas and simply need to replace a furnace? Our furnace installation page covers equipment replacement and installation in more detail.
What goes into your gas conversion
Confirm availability and budget
Check gas service at your address and ask for current connection costs and timing. Compare those costs with the equipment and installation quote, along with ongoing utility charges.
Review the home's requirements
Discuss heating capacity, ductwork, gas piping, venting, electrical work and controls. The written scope should identify any required permits or inspections and who is responsible for arranging them.
Coordinate the transition
Agree on the utility and installation sequence. Clarify any old-equipment or tank work, disposal and other separate costs before scheduling the changeover.
Keep the heating changeover coordinated
Enbridge recommends keeping existing heating connected until the day its inspector activates the new gas service and completes the safety inspection. Confirm the plan with the utility and your heating contractor before removing equipment.
Gas, all-electric or hybrid?
Natural gas
A gas furnace provides central heating without arranging fuel deliveries. Gas service availability, your home's heating needs and the installation requirements help determine whether a conversion is a good fit.
Electric and hybrid options
AirZone also installs ducted and ductless heat pumps. A compatible heat pump and fuel-burning furnace can form a hybrid system. All-electric heating needs an assessment of electrical capacity and any backup heat.
Tell us what matters most: upfront cost, energy use, environmental goals or everyday convenience. We can help you weigh those priorities and coordinate electrical upgrades with electricians and the utility when needed.
Ottawa experience. Straightforward advice.
AirZone has served Ottawa homeowners since 2005. With directly employed HVAC technicians and experience with furnaces, heat pumps and hybrid systems, we can help you understand the options for your home.
You can ask questions, talk through the work involved and make your decision with no-pressure guidance from our team.
Fuel-conversion questions
Is natural gas available at my home?
Availability must be checked for your address. Having gas nearby does not settle every connection requirement or cost. Enbridge Gas confirms the service arrangements; AirZone can help you plan the heating equipment and gas piping for the proposed conversion.
Will switching to gas lower my heating bills?
That depends on your current system, energy use and rates, along with the efficiency of the new equipment. Bring recent energy bills to the discussion so you can compare running costs as well as connection and installation costs. A heat pump or hybrid system may also be worth considering.
Does Enbridge charge to connect a home?
Charges depend on the property and the work required. Ask Enbridge to confirm any connection contribution, additional service-line charges, account fees and ongoing charges before deciding. The utility connection and the work inside your home are separate parts of the budget.
How long does a conversion take?
The schedule depends on utility availability, construction, equipment and any work needed at the home. Confirm the utility connection and activation dates before committing to the heating changeover. A new gas connection can take longer than a straightforward furnace replacement.
Can I keep a furnace and add a heat pump?
A compatible furnace and heat pump can work together as a hybrid system. The heating load, equipment condition, controls and installation requirements need to be checked. The most cost-effective operation depends on current utility rates and equipment performance.
Do I need an electrical panel upgrade for all-electric heating?
The panel rating alone does not answer this. A licensed electrical contractor needs to assess the selected equipment, electric backup heat and the other loads in the home. AirZone can help coordinate electrical upgrades when they are needed.
What happens to my old oil or propane tank?
Include the tank in your conversion plan. Before accepting a quote, confirm who is responsible for any tank work, fuel handling, removal, disposal and related costs. Ask for these responsibilities and costs to be set out in the quote.
Tell us what you are heating with today
Let us know your current fuel, equipment, location and what you want to improve. Recent energy bills and your preferred timing can help make the first conversation more useful.