HomeHeating Installation

Mountain Valley Home Comfort installs and replaces furnaces, heat pumps and dual-fuel systems from four offices, in Harrisonburg, Staunton, Winchester and New Market. We’ve installed heating systems in Valley homes since 1984 and have been a Lennox dealer since 1985. Every replacement starts with a free in-home estimate. We look at your current system, your ductwork and the fuel you heat with today, then walk you through the options that fit your house and budget. If your old system has already quit, tell us when you call so we can get you warm again quickly.

Heating efficiency isn’t measured in SEER. SEER (now SEER2) only rates cooling. A furnace is rated by AFUE, the share of its fuel that turns into heat for your home: an 80% furnace sends about 20 cents of every fuel dollar up the flue, while a 96% furnace loses about 4. A heat pump’s heating efficiency is rated by HSPF2, and a higher number means more heat for each dollar of electricity. Older systems were often installed at much lower ratings, so a replacement can lower your winter bills by itself. At your estimate, we’ll show you the rating of each option and what it means for your heating bills.

It depends mostly on the fuel available at your house and how cold your part of the Valley gets.

• Heat pump. One electric system heats and cools. A good fit for most homes, and today’s cold-climate models keep heating into single-digit weather.
• Gas or propane furnace. Strong, steady heat on the coldest nights. Natural gas is common in the cities of Winchester and Staunton but limited in much of Rockingham and Shenandoah counties, where propane is the usual furnace fuel.
• Dual fuel. A heat pump handles most of the winter and a gas or propane furnace takes over on the coldest days. It’s worth a close look around Staunton and Waynesboro, where the coldest winter nights run several degrees colder than in Winchester.

Still heating with oil? We can quote a heat pump or dual-fuel system to replace it. For a deeper comparison, read our guide to heat pumps vs. furnaces in the Shenandoah Valley.

1. Free in-home estimate. We check your equipment, ductwork and electrical service, size the new system to your home, and price each option.
2. Installation day. Our crew removes the old equipment, installs the new system and tests it before we leave.
3. After the install. We show you how everything works and can set up yearly maintenance through our Home Comfort Club.

“Lauren was absolutely fantastic when she came out and quoted a new heat pump system to replace my oil burner/AC unit. She was very thorough in the discussion about options and very knowledgable in their products.”
Billy V., Google review

“No pressure salesman, friendly, quick service installing new heating, cooling, air handler in 1 day.”
Larry G., Google review

Price depends on the type of system, its size and efficiency, and whether your ductwork or electrical needs updating. Our 2026 HVAC replacement cost guide lists typical ranges for Valley homes, and your estimate gives you an exact price. Financing is available, and teachers, nurses, military, medical, fire and other first responders save through our Valley Heroes program.

• Harrisonburg office: 260 Charles St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802 · (540) 433-0106 · Heating installation in Harrisonburg
• Staunton office: 17B2 N Augusta St, Staunton, VA 24401 · (540) 740-3844 · Heating installation in Staunton
• Winchester office: 302 N Cameron St, Winchester, VA 22601 · (540) 740-3844 · Heating installation in Winchester
• New Market office: 2064 Old Valley Pike, New Market, VA 22844 · (540) 740-3844 · Heating installation in New Market

How long does it take to install a new furnace or heat pump?
Most straightforward replacements are done in one day. Jobs that add ductwork, change fuel types or need electrical upgrades can take longer, and we’ll tell you the schedule at your estimate.

Can I replace just my furnace and keep my air conditioner?
Sometimes. If your air conditioner or heat pump is fairly new and working well, replacing only the furnace can make sense. With older equipment, replacing both at once usually costs less than two separate jobs, and the two halves are designed to work together.

Are there rebates or tax credits for a new heating system?
The federal tax credit for heat pumps and furnaces ended after 2025. Harrisonburg Electric customers can get a $400 rebate when a qualifying heat pump replaces an existing heat pump or electric baseboard heat. Other utility programs vary by address, so ask us at your estimate.

For a FREE estimate on new heating installation or replacement, call (540) 740-3844 today!