San Mateo County
HVAC Installation in Burlingame, CA
Burlingame is one of the Peninsula's most charming residential cities — its core of 1920s–1950s homes along the Caltrain corridor, from Burlingame Park and Ray Park near Broadway Station to the Lyon-Hoag and Easton Addition neighborhoods along Floribunda Avenu…
Why us in Burlingame
Local since 1999
Licensed CA Contractor
Permit coordination included
Flexible installation scheduling
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HVAC Installation Cost in Burlingame
Pricing review due November 1, 2026
Planning ranges reflect typical equipment, labor, and permit coordination. They are not a final quote; site conditions can change the final scope. Use the estimator below for a personalized range in Burlingame.
- Heat Pump
- $11,000–$20,000
- Dual Fuel (Heat Pump + Furnace)
- $12,000–$20,000
- Furnace + AC
- $12,500–$19,000
- AC Only
- $7,500–$15,000
- Gas Furnace Only
- $7,900–$13,000
- Ductless Mini Split
- $8,500–$25,000
HVAC Installation Options for Burlingame Homes
Every option below is scoped after a home visit. The local pricing, climate notes, and neighborhood context on this page explain why the right choice can differ from one Burlingame home to another.
Central AC Installation
14 SEER2 Central AC (1,200–1,800 sq ft): $7,500–$10,500
See installation details →Gas Furnace Installation
80% AFUE furnace (1,000–1,600 sq ft): $5,500–$8,000
See installation details →Heat Pump Installation
Standard heat pump system (1,200–1,800 sq ft): $9,000–$13,500
See installation details →Ductless Mini Split Installation
Single-zone mini split (up to 1,200 sq ft): $4,500–$8,000
See installation details →Why Burlingame Homeowners Choose Us
We have specific expertise in the floor furnace to central HVAC conversion that characterizes much of Burlingame's older housing stock — designing new duct systems that work within 1930s and 1940s framing without compromising the original hardwood floors or plaster ceilings of these architecturally distinctive homes.
Burlingame is one of the Peninsula's most charming residential cities — its core of 1920s–1950s homes along the Caltrain corridor, from Burlingame Park and Ray Park near Broadway Station to the Lyon-Hoag and Easton Addition neighborhoods along Floribunda Avenue and El Camino Real, is characterized by well-maintained older housing with character and complexity. Many of these homes still have their original floor furnaces or second-generation wall heaters — effective in their time, but wildly inefficient by modern standards and incapable of distributing heat evenly through the home. We've converted dozens of Burlingame homes from floor furnaces to modern central systems.
Burlingame Climate & HVAC
Burlingame's location immediately north of San Francisco International Airport along the bay gives it a mild, consistently foggy climate — summer highs of 68–78°F, moderated by reliable afternoon bay breezes. Heating is the dominant HVAC need; cooling is rarely necessary except during occasional heat events. High-efficiency gas furnaces and heat pumps both work well in Burlingame's climate, with heat pumps increasingly favored for their dual heating-cooling capability.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Burlingame
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HVAC FAQ for Burlingame Homeowners
Does the City of Burlingame require HVAC permits?
Yes — the City of Burlingame Building Division issues HVAC replacement permits. We handle the application and all inspection scheduling.
My Burlingame home has a floor furnace — can I convert to central heating?
Yes — we design complete central heating systems for Burlingame's floor-furnace homes, including the full duct layout. The conversion typically takes 2–3 days and transforms comfort throughout the home. We cap or remove the old floor furnace as part of the project.
Does Burlingame need air conditioning?
Rarely for the main areas — summer highs of 68–78°F are comfortable without cooling. During occasional Peninsula heat events (80–85°F), a heat pump's cooling mode is useful. We'll give you an honest location-specific answer.
Are there incentives available for heat pump installation in Burlingame?
Incentive programs change in availability and amount. Ask us at the time of your estimate what's currently available — we'll give you an honest, up-to-date answer rather than listing programs that may no longer be accepting applications.
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