Furnace Replacement in Edina, MN
Edina spans a century of homes — from 1920s houses near 50th & France to mid-century ramblers and modern rebuilds. Heating & Cooling Two replaces furnaces and boilers across Edina. Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer, NATE-certified installers, family-owned since 1980. Call 763-428-3677 for a free estimate.
Family-owned since 1980
Three generations of Twin Cities neighbors keeping homes and businesses comfortable.
NATE-certified technicians
Factory-trained, background-checked techs who explain the work before they start.
Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer
Top-tier equipment, factory warranties and rebates you can only get from an authorized dealer.
Local knowledge
A century of homes in one city
Edina's older neighborhoods near 50th & France and the Country Club District include homes that still heat with boilers and radiators. Others were converted to forced air, often with ducts squeezed into chases and closets. Around Southdale, mid-century ramblers have standard basement furnaces that are on their second or third replacement. Then there are the tear-down rebuilds, where newer systems may already include modulating furnaces, zoning, and smart controls. That mix means a good replacement plan starts with understanding the house, not just the equipment. We work carefully in homes with fine finishes and older construction, and we give you options that match how your home is built. Around Morningside and near Lake Cornelia, many houses have been expanded more than once, which changes how much heat each area needs. We look at those changes before sizing anything.
Repair or replace
Signs it's time to replace
- An older boiler or furnace that's needing frequent repairs
- Uneven heat in a remodeled or expanded home
- Radiators that don't heat evenly or a boiler that's struggling
- A mid-century furnace that's noisy, rusted, or inefficient
- Zoning or controls problems in a newer multi-level home
Equipment
Your options
Condensing boiler replacement
For Country Club and 50th & France homes with radiators, a high-efficiency boiler keeps quiet, even heat while improving efficiency. Condensing boilers use sealed venting, which can free up an old chimney that's been due for costly repair.
95%+ furnaces for converted older homes
If your older home already uses forced air, we can replace the furnace and look for duct improvements that improve comfort. Conversions from the mid-century often left upstairs rooms with small supplies, and we can often improve them while the ducts are open.
Right-sized furnaces for Southdale-era ramblers
Mid-century ramblers often need a carefully sized condensing furnace, not a larger unit. We run a heat-loss calculation because many ramblers near Southdale now have better windows and insulation than when their last furnace went in.
Modulating furnaces and zoning for rebuilds
Large modern homes benefit from equipment that adjusts output and zoning that controls each area separately. Zones can separate a primary suite, a lower-level family room, and the main living spaces so each stays comfortable.
Humidity control
Whole-home humidification can help comfort and protect wood floors and finishes in drier winter months.
Utility rebates may apply, and financing is available on qualifying equipment. We'll go over both during your estimate.
By era
Replacing furnaces in Edina's homes, era by era
1920s homes near 50th & France and the Country Club District
Often boilers and radiators or older conversions. We inspect the chimney, piping, and existing layout before recommending anything. We protect plaster, woodwork, and hardwood floors throughout the job.
1940s–1950s homes
Some were built with forced air, others converted later. We look closely at duct size and return air. Some have narrow basement stairs, which affects which furnace cabinet can go in.
Southdale-era ramblers, 1950s–1960s
Standard basement furnaces with masonry chimney venting. A condensing furnace needs a new PVC vent and water heater check. The ducts in these homes may have been extended to finished basements, so we check whether the new furnace can support them.
Tear-down rebuilds and newer homes
Larger homes with zoning or modulating equipment. We review controls, airflow, and sizing carefully. When an existing modulating furnace or zone board fails early, we check warranty status first.
Install day
What to expect on replacement day in Edina
Replacement day in Edina often means extra care for finished spaces and older woodwork. We protect floors, stairs, and entryways before any equipment moves. In boiler homes, the crew drains the system, installs the new boiler, refills and bleeds radiators, and checks heat throughout the house. In mid-century homes, the work usually involves removing the old furnace, installing the new one, venting it through a sidewall, and reconnecting ducts. In larger rebuilds, we spend additional time checking zone operation and controls. Every job ends with testing and a walkthrough of the new system. Many Edina homes have finished lower levels with custom millwork near the mechanical room, so we plan the route and drain placement with that in mind. For boiler work, we check that zone valves and circulators are working before we leave, since an older part can limit the new boiler.
How it works
How a free estimate works
- 1
We look at your house.
In Edina we identify whether your home uses a boiler or furnace and review the layout, finishes, and any past conversions or remodels. We also ask which rooms have always been hard to heat and where comfort matters most.
- 2
You get real options.
Options may include a condensing boiler, a 95%+ furnace, modulating equipment, zoning, or humidity control — explained clearly. We'll explain the trade-offs between keeping radiators and converting, so you can decide with clear information.
- 3
Installed right and walked through.
After installation we verify heat in each area, check venting and controls, and explain maintenance. For boiler homes, we bleed and balance the radiators; for zoned homes, we test each thermostat.
Book a free estimate at 763-428-3677.
Careful work for Edina homes
Edina homes range from century-old houses with radiators to modern rebuilds with zoning. We install both boilers and furnaces, respect finished spaces, and help you choose what's right for your home. Our NATE-certified installers take care inside finished homes, and we'll tell you honestly if a repair is the smarter choice.
FAQ
Edina furnace replacement questions, answered
Can you replace the boiler in our Country Club District home and keep the radiators?
Yes. We install high-efficiency boilers and bring the existing radiators back into service, bleeding and balancing them before we leave.
Is it smart to switch our 1920s Edina house from radiators to forced air?
It depends on the house and your goals. We'll explain the ductwork, comfort, and cost trade-offs so you can decide.
How do you size a furnace for a rambler near Southdale?
We run a heat-loss calculation based on your current windows, insulation, and layout rather than matching the old unit.
Our Edina rebuild has three zones and one isn't heating — do we need a new furnace?
Not necessarily. Zone dampers and controls can fail separately, and we'll check them before recommending replacement.
Can a whole-home humidifier protect our hardwood and millwork?
It can help keep indoor humidity steadier through the winter, which is easier on wood floors and trim.
What rebate and financing options exist for Edina heating upgrades?
Some utility rebates may apply depending on equipment, and financing is available on qualifying systems. We'll review both with your quote.
Furnace replacement in nearby cities
Neighborhoods and areas we serve in Edina: 50th & France, Country Club District, Southdale area, Morningside, Lake Cornelia, Centennial Lakes, Braemar Park, Minnehaha Creek.
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