Furnace Replacement in Lincoln, RI — Free In-Home Quote

Typical range: $4,500-$9,500 installed including permit, removal of old unit, 1-year labor warranty, and manufacturer warranty registration. Variables: BTU sizing (right-sizing matters more than oversizing), efficiency rating (80% AFUE vs 95%+), and brand. Three tiers: entry-level 80% AFUE single-stage $4,500-$5,500, mid 95% AFUE single-stage $5,800-$7,200, premium 95%+ AFUE two-stage variable speed $7,500-$9,500. We give a flat quote in writing — no surprises at the invoice stage.

Free quote within 24 hours of the in-home visit. Install scheduled 3-5 business days after you sign — faster during off-season (May-September). Same-day install possible if we have your size in stock and you’re on a no-heat emergency. We pull the permit, register the manufacturer warranty, and schedule the post-install inspection — you don’t coordinate with town hall.

If you’re on natural gas in Lincoln, modern condensing furnace (95%+ AFUE) is usually the right call — gas is cheap in RI, install cost is lower, and replacement-cycle math favors furnace. If you’re on oil, propane, or electric resistance — heat pump beats furnace on annual cost AND qualifies for up to $11,500 in Clean Heat RI rebates. We quote both side-by-side when oil/propane is involved so you see the math, not the sales pitch.

Yes — every neighborhood: Manville, Saylesville, Quinnville, and the surrounding 5 areas. ZIPs we install in: 02865. Lincoln has a mix of historic mill housing in Manville and Saylesville and newer subdivisions out toward Limerock. Older mill homes often need new electrical service before a heat pump install — we coordinate that with the electrician.

Trane, Carrier, Rheem, Goodman, American Standard, First Company, Coleman — factory-trained on all. We recommend based on your house, budget, and how long you plan to stay — not the brand we’re pushing this month. Brand differences matter less than sizing and install quality; an oversized premium furnace performs worse than a properly-sized entry-level one.

Yes — included in every quote. We pull the permit, schedule the inspection with the Lincoln building inspector, and pass it. We also register the manufacturer warranty for you so you don’t lose warranty days waiting on paperwork. You don’t deal with town hall or warranty registration — that’s our job.

Three ways: (1) Call (401) 425-9879 — fastest, phone is live during business hours. (2) Book online at horizonhvacinc.com/contact-horizon-hvac — pick a 2-hour window that works for you and we will confirm via text within 30 minutes. (3) Text (401) 425-9879 with your address, the system that needs work, and a brief description — we will respond with available windows. We do not require deposits to schedule. Cancellations more than 4 hours out: free. Less than 4 hours: $50 trip fee.

Yes — Horizon is a registered Clean Heat RI installer. Heat pump installs in Lincoln qualify for rebates ranging $1,500 to $5,500 depending on income and system size, plus the federal $2,000 IRA tax credit for qualifying systems, plus National Grid utility incentives ($500 to $3,000). We handle all rebate paperwork and apply state/utility rebates as instant credit on your invoice — you do not wait months for a check. Federal tax credit you claim on your next tax return; we provide the documentation.