Carrier Gas Furnace Prices and Reviews 2025

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Before you dive into the specific brand review, we highly recommend you to read our elaborate Gas Furnace Buying Guide in advance. There are several crucial steps you need to take before you even start to think about the brand.

Carrier gas furnace is one of PICKHVAC recommendations which is ranked up there with the Trane, Coleman, and Amana. They are twice expensive when compared to other brands like Goodman, Heil and Rheem. Carrier furnace is famous for being reliable and durable. It is a good option if you plan to live in the same house for the next ten years or more. They have one of the best warranties in the market. The Carrier Infinity Series come up with warranties on parts and a lifetime warranty on the body exchanger. Now let’s check the content table of this article:

How Carrier Furnaces Compare with Other Brands

When comparing Carrier furnaces to other major HVAC manufacturers, several key factors come into play. Let’s examine how Carrier stacks up against its main competitors in crucial aspects of furnace performance and value.

Efficiency Ratings

Carrier furnaces generally offer AFUE ratings ranging from 80% to 98.5%, putting them on par with other premium brands like Lennox and Trane. Their top-tier Infinity series matches or slightly exceeds competitors in energy efficiency, particularly with models like the Infinity 98 delivering up to 98.5% AFUE, though Lennox’s SLP99V slightly edges ahead with a 99% AFUE rating.

Price Point and Value

Carrier typically positions itself in the premium segment of the market, with prices generally 10-15% higher than mid-range brands like Rheem or York. While their units may cost more initially, they often justify the investment through: – Superior build quality – Better warranty coverage – Advanced technology features – Proven reliability record

Technology and Innovation

Carrier’s Infinity series showcases innovative features that compete well with other premium brands: – Greenspeed Intelligence technology offers precise comfort control – Variable-speed blower motors provide better temperature consistency – Smart diagnostic systems rival those of Trane and Lennox – Compatible with advanced smart home integration systems

Reliability and Durability

Consumer Reports and HVAC contractor surveys consistently rank Carrier among the top three most reliable furnace brands, alongside Trane and American Standard. The company’s furnaces typically show: – Lower repair frequency compared to industry averages – Longer average lifespan (15-20 years with proper maintenance) – Better performance in extreme weather conditions

Customer Service and Warranty

Carrier provides competitive warranty coverage, though not necessarily the best in the industry: – 10-year parts limited warranty (standard) – Lifetime heat exchanger warranty on premium models – Better dealer network compared to smaller brands – More accessible replacement parts than some competitors

Areas for Improvement

While Carrier maintains a strong market position, there are some areas where competitors may have an advantage: – Higher initial cost compared to brands like Goodman – Less extensive warranty coverage than some competitors like Lennox – Installation costs can be higher due to dealer certification requirements – Some models have more complex repair needs

Overall, Carrier furnaces hold their own against other major brands, particularly in terms of reliability, efficiency, and technology. While they command premium prices, their performance and durability often justify the investment for homeowners seeking long-term value in their HVAC systems.

Model Analysis and Recommendations

SeriesModelAFUEBlower SpeedStage
Infinity® System59MN798.50%Variable-speedModulating
Infinity® System59TN696.70%Variable-speedTwo-stage
Infinity® System58TN80%Variable-speedTwo-stage
Infinity® System58CU080%Variable-speedSingle-stage
Infinity® System59CU595%Variable-speedSingle-stage
Performance™ Series59TP696.70%Variable 25-speedTwo-stage
Performance™ Series58TP080%Variable 25-speedTwo-stage
Performance™ Series59SP697%Variable 25-speedSingle-stage
Performance™ Series58SP080%Variable 25-speedSingle-stage
Performance™ Series58TP180%Variable 25-speedTwo-stage
Performance™ Series58SP180%Variable 25-speedSingle-stage
Comfort™ Series59SC697%Multi 18-speedSingle-stage
Comfort™ Series59SC292.10%Multi 18-speedSingle-stage
Comfort™ Series58SC080%Multi 18-speedSingle-stage
Comfort™ Series58SB080%Multi 18-speedSingle-stage
Comfort™ Series58SB180%Multi 18-speedSingle-stage
Comfort™ Series58SC180%Multi 18-speedSingle-stage
Comfort™ Series58SU080%Multi-speedSingle-stage
Comfort™ Series59SU595%Multi-speedSingle-stage

INFINITY series is the high end of all the product line with all the bells and whistles. We always advise homeowners not forget to buy extended labor warranty for highest-end models. In most cases, the labor fee for the cutting-edge model will be more than you can imagine.

What is the most cost-effective model For Carrier furnace?

When you’re looking for the most cost-effective heating, the strategy is to find the balance between furnace cost and energy costs. Let’s use the zone map again to identify efficiency levels for each that strike that balance:

Zone
Suggested AFUE
Cost-effective Models
Zones 1 & 2 (hot) 80%
Comfort 80, PERFORMANCE 80
Zone 3 (warm) 80%
Infinity 80, PERFORMANCE 80
Zone 4 (moderate) 90%
PERFORMANCE 90
Zone 5 (cool) 90%-93%
Performance Boost 90, Comfort 92
Zone 6 (cold) 92%-95% Comfort 92, Comfort 95
Zone 7 (very cold) 95% and up INFINITY 96, INFINITY 98

Note:
The high efficiency of the carrier units was as a result of a lawsuit that has now been settled. They had used inferior materials to manufacture critical parts like the condensing heat that could not last the expected lifespan of 20 years. All carrier furnaces manufactured after 2008 were not part of this lawsuit.

Contractor Reviews For Carrier

The carrier gas furnaces rank with the very best and offer a range of efficiencies and capacities. The carrier just like other brands will only service units they have installed. They also sell service parts to technicians who work for them. This simply means you will pay more for future repairs and servicing. Regular repair guys will charge you less the repair guys from the company.

Related Article: In-depth Comparison: Trane vs Carrier vs Lennox Furnace Review

Carrier Gas Furnace Prices By Model

We need to set an equal baseline before we can list the prices for each Carrier model. In this list, each furnace includes the same parameters: 70,000-75,000 BTU with 1000 CFM blower which is proper for a mid-sized home of around 2,000 square feet, 10 year warranty excludes labor fee.

The Unit Only price is the online wholesale price without shipping fee. The Unit Installation Cost include gas furnace unit, all the material for the house and labor fee.

ModelsUnit OnlyUnit Installed Cost
Infinity 59MN7$6,490$10,780
Infinity 59TN6$5,280$8,770
Infinity 58TN$4,780$7,940
Infinity 58CU0$4,395$7,300
Infinity 59CU5$4,130$6,860
Performance 59TP6$3,985$6,620
Performance 58TP0$3,835$6,370
Performance 59SP6$3,630$6,030
Performance 58SP0$3,630$6,030
Performance 58TP1$3,690$6,130
Performance 58SP1$3,600$5,980
Comfort 59SC6$3,245$5,390
Comfort 59SC2$3,215$5,340
Comfort 58SC0$3,185$5,290
Comfort 58SB0$3,185$5,290
Comfort 58SB1$3,185$5,290
Comfort 58SC1$3,185$5,290
Comfort 58SU0$3,540$5,880
Comfort 59SU5$3,690$6,130

Want to replace your air conditioner together? Check our Carrier Air Conditioner Prices and Installation Cost for more info

Carrier Furnace Prices By Size

The cost list below is from an average baseline: 95% AFUE Carrier Performace Series, No New Ductwork, 10-year warranty and average labor fee.

Carrier Furnace SizeFor Home SizeUnit Cost With Installation
Carrier 40,000 BTU600 - 1000 sf$3,050 - $3,300
Carrier 50,000 BTU800 - 1200 sf$3,600 - $3,850
Carrier 60,000 BTU1000 - 1400 sf$4,100 - $4,350
Carrier 70,000 BTU1200 - 1600 sf$4,450 - $4,650
Carrier 80,000 BTU1400 - 1800 sf$4,750 - $5,100
Carrier 100,000 BTU1800 - 2300 sf$5,500 - $5,900
Carrier 120,000 BTU2300 - 3000 sf$6,100 - $6,500

If you don’t know what size you need for the Carrier furnace. You can use our furnace sizing calculator to get the estimated BTUs of the furnace.

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How to Get the Best Carrier Gas Furnace Prices?

  • Firstly, keep in mind that installation quality is always the most important thing for gas furnace project. So never sacrifice contractor quality for lower price.
  • Secondly, remember to look up the latest tax credit and rebates.
  • Thirdly, ask for at least 3 bids before you make the decision. You can click here to get 3 free estimates from your local contractors, and this estimate already takes rebates and tax credit into consideration and filter unqualified contractors automatically.

Lastly, once you chose the right contractor, remember to use the tactics from this guide: homeowners tactics when negotiating with HVAC dealer to get the final best price.

Feel free to ask any question by leaving a comment, we will answer any question with actionable tips.

Written by

Rene has worked 10 years in the HVAC field and now is the Senior Comfort Specialist for PICKHVAC. He holds an HVAC associate degree and EPA & R-410A Certifications.

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3 thoughts on “Carrier Gas Furnace Prices and Reviews 2025”

  1. Could you tell me if Carrier Performance Boost 80 58PHB is a Low NOx
    and meet SCAQMD requirement of Rule 1111 14 ng/J NOx emission limit?
    Thank you.

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