2026 cost guide · Wenatchee Valley & North Central Washington
Heat Pump Cost in Wenatchee: Installed Prices and Rebates
Short answer: a ducted heat pump with a new air handler costs $15,331 to $26,702 installed at our October 2026 prices, before rebates. Eligible Chelan PUD customers replacing an electric furnace may get a $3,300 potential utility incentive, which brings it to about $12,031 to $23,402.
These are real prices from our online store, not national averages. See the price table ↓
Installed prices, October 2026
What a heat pump costs, by type of project.
Ranges run from the smallest Good system to the largest Best system in our store. They include the equipment and installation. Rebates are shown separately because not every home qualifies.
| Your project | Installed price | Potential utility incentive | After incentive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric furnace → ducted heat pump + air handler | $15,331–$26,702 | $3,300 (Chelan PUD customers) | $12,031–$23,402 |
| Old heat pump → new ducted heat pump + air handler | $15,331–$26,702 | $600 only when upgrading to a variable-speed system | $600 off variable-speed systems |
| Gas furnace → dual fuel (heat pump + gas furnace) | $15,706–$26,748 | Usually none | $15,706–$26,748 |
| Baseboard or wall heat → ductless mini-split
1 to 4+ indoor zones |
$7,000–$21,500 | $1,600 site-built home (Chelan PUD) | $5,400–$19,900 |
Prices as of October 2026 from the Alpine Aire online store, before rebates and any applicable tax. Vertical installations are $500 less than horizontal. Incentives are paid by the utility, not Alpine Aire, and depend on your account, current heating and approval.
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Why prices vary
What moves your price up or down.
Two homes on the same street can land at opposite ends of the range. These are the main reasons.
- System size. A larger home needs more heating capacity. Our store prices four sizes, from small-to-mid homes to large ones.
- Equipment tier. Good, Better and Best tiers differ in efficiency and comfort. Best systems are variable-speed, which run more quietly and hold a steadier temperature.
- Where the air handler goes. Vertical installations, such as in a closet or basement, cost $500 less than horizontal ones in an attic or crawlspace.
- Your existing ductwork and wiring. Ducts in poor condition or an electrical panel without room for a new circuit can add work. We point these out before you commit.
The most common question
What it costs to replace a furnace with a heat pump.
The answer depends on what heats your home today.
| What heats your home now | What usually makes sense | Installed price | Potential incentive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric furnace | A ducted heat pump. This is where a heat pump usually pays off most. | $15,331–$26,702 | $3,300 from Chelan PUD if you qualify, or about $12,031 to $23,402 after it |
| Gas furnace | Dual fuel: a heat pump handles most of the year and the furnace takes over on the coldest days. | $15,706–$26,748 | Usually none |
| Baseboard or wall heaters | Homes without ducts are usually a fit for a ductless mini-split. About ductless systems → | $7,000–$21,500 | $1,600 from Chelan PUD toward qualifying ductless conversions in site-built homes |
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Your utility decides
Heat pump rebates depend on your utility, not your town.
North Central Washington homes are served by different utilities, and each runs its own program.
Potential utility incentive
$3,300
Chelan PUD: electric furnace to qualifying ducted heat pump
For eligible Chelan PUD residential customers, applications received April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027. Written PUD preauthorization is required before equipment is purchased, and we file it for you. Paid by Chelan PUD, not Alpine Aire.
Other programs
Income-qualified households: Chelan PUD lists an enhanced $4,300 ducted conversion rebate for income-qualified customers. Ask us whether it is open before you plan around it.
Rebates are provided and approved only by Chelan PUD. Amounts and eligibility are subject to change. Ask us about standard heat pump rebates.
From price to install
How to get from a price range to your price.
- Get your instant price
Price your system online, or call us to talk through your home, current heating and budget.
- Confirm the right fit
Review equipment choices, sizing and scope for your project.
- We handle PUD preauthorization
For eligible Chelan PUD projects, we file the preauthorization before work starts.
- Install & follow through
Our team installs and tests the system, then submits the rebate paperwork.
Frequently asked questions
Heat pump cost questions.
How much does a heat pump cost in Wenatchee?
How much does it cost to replace an electric furnace with a heat pump?
Can I get a rebate if I replace a gas furnace with a heat pump?
Does East Wenatchee have a heat pump rebate?
How do I get an exact price for my home?
Your next step
See your price in a few minutes.
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