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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:
Carrier’s Features
Greenspeed Efficiency Optimization 
Carrier Greenspeed intelligence was introduced in 2011 on the Carrier Infinity heat pump, and it changed the industry. The heart of Greenspeed technology is a modulating compressor, also called a variable-speed compressor. Rather than run at just one (single-stage) or two (two-stage) levels, the compressor speeds up and slows down in small increments between 40 percent to 100 percent capacity. The result is precise heating and air conditioning that optimizes energy efficiency and indoor climate control.
Additional benefits of Carrier Greenspeed intelligence are:
- Quieter cycles
- Balanced indoor temperatures throughout the home
- More dehumidification during air conditioning cycles
- Improved performance of air purifiers and humidifiers that are part of the HVAC system
Communication Features to Hook up a Smart Phone (Only for Infinity Series)
This is designed for diagnostic tuning and troubleshooting while the basic models do not have this function. We believe this is bells and whistles for the gas furnace, not very practical for homeowners.
Note: Carrier communicating thermostat is proprietary which means if something goes wrong you can’t buy it at the local hardware store. If there is no stock of your corresponding parts, you have to wait 1-3 weeks for the part to be shipped from parts center.
Carrier’s Ideal Humidity System
Most of the Carrier gas furnace brands have the Ideal Humidity system. The system adjusts the humidity in the house along with the temperature depending on the season. This system comes into play during the hot seasons aiding the air conditioner in keeping the house cool.
Comfort Heat Technology (unique)
The Comfort heat technology is an intelligently fixed feature with heating cycles. The heating cycles help reduce temperature swings in the house. They help improve the efficiency of the gas furnace and make the house more comfortable.
Model Analysis and Recommendations
| Series | Model | AFUE | Blower Speed | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INFINITY 98 | 59MN7 | 98.5 | Variable | Modulating |
| INFINITY 96 | 59TN6 | 96.7 | Variable | 2 |
| INFINITY 80 | 58CVA | 80 | Variable | 2 |
| PERFORMANCE 96 | 59TP6 | 96.7 | Variable | 2 |
| PERFORMANCE 90 | 59SP5 | 96.5 | 4 | 1 |
| PERFORMANCE 90 | 59SP2 | 92.1 | 4 | 1 |
| PERFORMANCE 80 | 58CTW | 80 | Variable | 1 |
| PERFORMANCE 80 | 58PHA | 80 | 4 | 1 |
| PERFORMANCE 80 | 58PHB | 80 | 4 | 1 |
| COMFORT 95 | 59SC5 | 80 | 1 | 1 |
| COMFORT 92 | 59SC2 | 80 | 1 | 1 |
| COMFORT 80 | 58DLA | 80 | 1 | 1 |
| COMFORT 80 | 58STA | 80 | 1 | 1 |
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
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Cost-effective Models
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| Zones 1 & 2 (hot) | 80% |
Comfort 80, PERFORMANCE 80
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| 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.
| Models | Unit Only | Unit Installed Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Infinity 98 GREENSPEED 59MN7 | $2,600 | $5,820 |
| Infinity 96 59TN6 | $1,750 | $4,220 |
| Infinity 80 58CVA | $1,530 | $2,870 |
| Performance 96 59TP6 | $1,720 | $3,540 |
| Performance Boost 90 59SP5 | $1,600 | $3,310 |
| Performance 90 59SP2 | $1,230 | $2,700 |
| Performance 80 58CTW | $1,030 | $2,320 |
| Performance Boost 80 58PHB | $1,480 | $2,580 |
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 Size | For Home Size | Unit Cost With Installation |
|---|---|---|
| Carrier 40,000 BTU | 600 - 1000 sf | $2,190 - $2,390 |
| Carrier 50,000 BTU | 800 - 1200 sf | $2,590 - $2,780 |
| Carrier 60,000 BTU | 1000 - 1400 sf | $2,960 - $3,150 |
| Carrier 70,000 BTU | 1200 - 1600 sf | $3,220 - $3,350 |
| Carrier 80,000 BTU | 1400 - 1800 sf | $3,410 - $3,660 |
| Carrier 100,000 BTU | 1800 - 2300 sf | $3,970 - $4,260 |
| Carrier 120,000 BTU | 2300 - 3000 sf | $4,410 - $4,690 |
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.
Submitted Prices By Visitors
| Brand & Model & SizePriceHome LocationHome Size |
|---|
| Carrier 59TN6 Infinity 96 Gas Furnace plus Infinity Steam Humidfier$9659.44 after rebate of about $750Salem Oregon1450 sq ft |
| Goal is cleaner indoor air (less particulates) and humidity control. Price seems very high... |
| Carrier 59TP6B120V25-2, Carrier CNPVP60/24, Carrier 24ABC660$7,675Landenberg, PA3500 sq ft |
| Removal of existing furnace, condenser, and evaporator coil. Includes installation of outdoor pad, whip, disconnect, permit, thermostat, line set and start up. (10) year parts and (10) labor warranty. Customer must have valid maintenance agreement, otherwise standard 1 year labor warranty applies. |
| Carrier 80 AFUE W/2-STAGE 4 TON AC$14,000.00ALBUQUERQUE1900 sq ft |
| New HVAC system. Mid-Line MODELS Based on 80 AFUE 2-stage variable speed furnace/handler with new 2-stage AC unit. Multiple estimates on several makes. All came back in range from $12,000 for Trane to $15,000 for YORK (96 AFUE furnace). Most at $ 13,000 where Carrier & Bryant are. Can't figure why New Mexico is from 2X to 3X time higher than other comparable areas of country! Ridiculous! Our labor rates not higher, actually lower. We are getting ripped off here! |
| Carrier 80 Comfort series$9,750Gresham2740 sq ft |
| Former furnace RUUD brand gave us 22 years. Furnace fan gave out. Had an estimate for a Lennox system at $13K and the other quote won the bid. 110K natural gas furnace at 4 ton AC with SEER 13. |
| Carrier Comfort 80 58SB$1,248(Include Ductwork)San Francisco, CA2000 sq ft |
| Note, the price is for the furnace unit only. Installation cost was part of a larger remodel product and not itemized. |
| Carrier infinity 59tn6$6,600flemigton nj1800 sq ft |
| Attic 96 afue |
| Carrier Performance 58TBO Furnace and 24ACB3 A/C$7,250Harsens Island1050 sq ft |
| Small closet installation required less than 18 inch unit, crawall space required down flow configuration. Existing A/C unit was over sized at 2.5 tons and is only 10 years old but uses old type Freon and the coils are under the furnace and if not replaced with new furnace would require the furnace to be removed in future when A/C reaches the end of its life span. |
| Carrier performance 59pt6b60$4,017Rockford il1066 sq ft |
| Basic install - no chimney reliner . Replacing one stage 80 afue... |
| Carrier Infinity ICS$3,650Seattle3050 sqft |
| I purchased the Infinity ICS. It, unfortunately, hasn’t been as efficient and didn’t come any close to my expectations. Its warranty is not comprehensive at all has made me incur a lot of costs from the constant repairs of some parts. It also stops working during winter. Not efficient at all yet expensive. |
| Infinity 80 CV A070-12AU$3,999Melbourne2300 sqft |
| I tend to believe every issue experienced by carrier users arise due to poor installation. The installing technician should have a good understanding of the machines parts and their functionality. This will minimize future malfunctions that may arise. Otherwise, my Carrier Infinity 80 has never had any issues for the time I have used it. I will definitely go for another carrier furnace if need be not forgetting the same competent installer. |
| Performance Boost 80$1,690Sacramento3200 sqft |
| Our old furnace, which we had initially purchased, started having frequent failures. We had to find a quick alternative since winter was nearing. I chose to go for the career performance boost 80 58CTA. So far it has been quite efficient. It serves the entire house despite being quite big because of different parts of the equipment which cover different rooms separately. I do not regret the amount of money spent on the furnace which I was reluctant to do at first. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a furnace. |
| Comfort 93 HVCU-042$2,900Unknown2900 sqft |
| My wife and I arrived at a decision to purchase the carrier comfort 92 being the best among other brands from which we were choosing from. We have been following all the instruction s as stated in the manual and advice by the technician. We have the filters changed as frequently as possible. Despite changing the motors the machine collapsed. I contacted their customer who however didn’t seem concerned because the warranty period was expired. I would advise against purchase of this equipment as its service was short-lived. |
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.
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