Furnace Replacement in Minnetonka, MN
Many Minnetonka homes are ready for a newer, more efficient furnace. Heating & Cooling Two handles furnace replacement across Minnetonka — Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer, NATE-certified, family-owned since 1980. Free estimates: 763-428-3677.
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Three generations of Twin Cities neighbors keeping homes and businesses comfortable.
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Local knowledge
1960s and 1970s homes on their second or third furnace
A lot of Minnetonka was built in the 1960s and 1970s — ramblers and split-levels on wooded lots around Glen Lake and the city's many ponds and creeks. Those homes have been through several furnaces, and the current one is often a mid-efficiency model from decades ago. Remodels and additions have changed many floor plans since, so the old ductwork may no longer match the house. Mature trees also mean more shade, which changes how rooms heat through the day.
Repair or replace
Signs it's time to replace
- A mid-efficiency furnace with a metal flue that's showing its age
- An addition or remodel that never heats as well as the rest of the house
- Dust and dry air through the winter
- Frequent no-heat calls on cold mornings
- Rust or water around the base of the furnace
Equipment
Your options
95%+ gas furnaces
Mid-century ramblers here often still run mid-efficiency furnaces; a condensing upgrade is a noticeable change in fuel use and in how steady the heat feels. A condensing furnace also frees up the chimney, which we check for the water heater.
Duct redesign for remodels
Many Minnetonka homes have additions or opened-up kitchens. We rebuild duct runs in our own shop so heat reaches the spaces that were added later. Custom fittings fit around the joists and soffits in these older basements.
Dual-fuel heat pump systems
Homes that have updated their electrical panels are good candidates for pairing a heat pump with the new furnace. It's a good way to get efficient heat in spring and fall without giving up the furnace's backup.
Whole-home humidifiers
Wooded-lot homes with lots of glass dry out fast in winter; a humidifier installed with the furnace is an easy fix. The right humidity also helps rooms feel warmer at a lower thermostat setting.
Better filtration
Tree pollen and dust are common complaints on wooded lots; a media filter cabinet fits easily during replacement. A better filter also helps protect the new furnace's blower and coil.
Utility rebates may apply, and financing is available on qualifying equipment. We'll go over both during your estimate.
By era
Replacing furnaces in Minnetonka's homes, era by era
Glen Lake and older neighborhoods, 1950s–1960s
Ramblers with shallow basements and chimney-vented furnaces. A condensing furnace means new PVC venting and a check on the water heater's draft. Some of these homes also have hot-water baseboard in a later addition, which we can tie into your plan.
1970s split-levels and walkouts
Homes built into wooded slopes often have walkout lower levels. The furnace is easy to reach, but lower levels usually need better return air. A two-stage furnace often solves the cold walkout without a full duct overhaul.
Ridgedale-area homes, 1980s–1990s
Larger two-stories now on their second furnace. Replacement here is mostly about correct sizing and comfort upgrades. Many already have AC, so pairing a heat pump is a natural next step.
Remodeled and expanded homes
Additions change the heat load. We size from the house as it stands today, not the original plans.
Install day
What to expect on replacement day in Minnetonka
Minnetonka homes on wooded lots often have long driveways and walkout basements, so we usually bring equipment in through the lower-level door. In older ramblers, mechanical rooms can be tight and share space with laundry, so we protect appliances and floors. If an addition needs new duct runs, we plan that work and tell you up front whether any ceiling access is needed. We test everything and show you the new filter and thermostat before leaving. Homes around Glen Lake and Shady Oak Lake can have lower levels that stay damp, so we check the floor around the furnace and use a raised pad when it makes sense. When a new PVC vent has to exit on a wooded side of the house, we pick a spot away from windows and snow drifts and keep it clear of shrubs.
How it works
How a free estimate works
- 1
We look at your house.
In Minnetonka we check how the home has changed since it was built — additions, remodels, finished basements — and whether the ducts still match.
- 2
You get real options.
Options include a straight high-efficiency swap, duct work for cold additions, and humidification or filtration add-ons.
- 3
Installed right and walked through.
We balance airflow to the added spaces, test venting, and walk you through the system.
Book a free estimate at 763-428-3677.
Built around how your home changed
Your home probably isn't laid out the way it was when it was built, and your heating shouldn't be either. We check the ducts along with the furnace, fabricate what's needed in our own shop, and give you an honest quote. NATE-certified, family-owned since 1980. If a repair still makes more sense than a replacement, we'll tell you.
FAQ
Minnetonka furnace replacement questions, answered
Will a new furnace fix my cold addition?
Sometimes a duct change is what's needed. We'll look at both during the estimate.
Do I need a new chimney liner for a high-efficiency furnace?
High-efficiency furnaces usually vent through PVC instead of the chimney. We'll check what that means for your water heater too.
Can you add a humidifier?
Yes, a whole-home humidifier is easy to add during replacement.
Are there rebates?
Utility rebates may apply to qualifying equipment.
Our rambler has a shallow basement — will a new furnace fit?
Usually yes. We'll pick a model and vent route that fit your space.
Can you heat the addition we built without a separate system?
Often, by extending or resizing ductwork from the new furnace.
Furnace replacement in nearby cities
Neighborhoods and areas we serve in Minnetonka: Glen Lake, Ridgedale, Shady Oak Lake, Purgatory Park, Big Willow Park, Minnehaha Creek.
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