Gas-heated homes adding a heat pump
A new MGH96 furnace plus an EVOX G3 heat pump is a hybrid system. The heat pump handles most of the heating season and the furnace takes over in the deep cold.
Hybrid systems
Midea MGH96 Furnaces · EVOX G3 Air Handlers
Authorized Midea Furnace and Air Handler Installation, Repair and Maintenance in Ontario
EHI installs, repairs and maintains Midea MGH96 gas furnaces and EVOX G3 electric air handlers across Ontario, as a standalone replacement or the indoor half of a Midea heat pump system.
- Midea MGH96: two-stage gas valve, variable-speed motor, 96.5% AFUE
- 60,000 to 120,000 BTU furnace sizes for townhouses to large two-storeys
- EVOX G3 air handlers in 2, 3, 4 and 5 ton, matched to the Midea heat pump
- Furnaces from $3,300 installed, guaranteed quote, TSSA-certified techs
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Why a Midea furnace or air handler makes sense
Midea is one of the largest HVAC manufacturers on the planet, and their indoor equipment is designed around the same EVOX G3 heat pump we install more than any other. Matching the indoor and outdoor unit is where real-world efficiency comes from.
MGH96 gas furnace. Two-stage means it runs on a low flame most of the time and steps up only when a cold snap demands it. The variable-speed motor moves air quietly at the speed the house needs. At 96.5% AFUE, about 96 cents of every gas dollar becomes heat in your home. Sizes run 60,000 to 120,000 BTU.
EVOX G3 electric air handler. An air handler is the indoor cabinet with a coil and blower that a heat pump uses to deliver air through your ducts. The Midea MAAHE and MAUHE series are built for the EVOX G3 outdoor unit, with electric backup heat for the coldest nights, in 2, 3, 4 and 5 ton. No gas line needed. Learn more on our electric air handler systems page.
One brand, one warranty, one call. When the furnace or air handler and the heat pump are both Midea, there's no finger-pointing between manufacturers if something ever needs service.
Midea MGH96 furnace sizes
Furnace size is set by heat loss, not by what was there before. Many Ontario homes are oversized today, which causes short cycling. We measure first.
| Midea MGH96 size | Typical home | Installed from |
|---|---|---|
| 60,000 BTU | Townhouse, small bungalow or well-insulated semi | $3,300 |
| 80,000 BTU | Bungalow or average two-storey | Quote |
| 100,000 BTU | Larger two-storey or older home with higher heat loss | Quote |
| 120,000 BTU | Large or drafty two-storey, rural homes with high heat loss | Quote |
All sizes are two-stage, variable-speed and 96.5% AFUE. Installed pricing depends on size and installation requirements such as venting, condensate and ductwork. Every quote is guaranteed.
Midea EVOX G3 air handler models
Each air handler is matched to the same tonnage of EVOX G3 heat pump. Two series, MAAHE and MAUHE, give us options to fit your mechanical room.
| Capacity | Midea air handler models | Pairs with |
|---|---|---|
| 2 ton | MAAHE-H24B-2A / MAUHE-H24B-2A | EVOX G3 2 ton heat pump |
| 3 ton | MAAHE-H36B / MAUHE-H36B | EVOX G3 3 ton heat pump |
| 4 ton | MAAHE-H48B / MAUHE-H48B | EVOX G3 4 ton heat pump |
| 5 ton | MAAHE-H60B / MAUHE-H60B | EVOX G3 5 ton heat pump |
Air handler and heat pump are quoted together as a system, from $5,500 installed. See our Midea heat pump page for outdoor unit sizing.
Who Midea indoor equipment is right for
Straight furnace replacement
Your 20-year-old single-stage furnace is done. The MGH96 gives you two-stage comfort and 96.5% AFUE for a from-price of $3,300, with a heat pump added later if you like.
Furnace installationAll-electric homes
No gas line, or you want off gas entirely. An EVOX G3 heat pump with a MAAHE or MAUHE air handler gives you central heating and cooling and the higher rebate tier.
Electric air handlersPropane and oil homes switching over
Rural Ontario homes on propane or oil get the biggest savings from a heat pump and air handler, plus up to $7,500 back on a qualifying system.
Not sure which option fits your home?
Tell us about your house and we'll recommend the right system, with a guaranteed price and your rebate estimate.
Problems Midea furnaces and air handlers solve
The furnace blasts on, overheats the house, then shuts off ten minutes later
That's a single-stage furnace that's oversized. The two-stage MGH96 runs on low most of the time, with longer, quieter cycles and steadier temperatures.
Gas bills keep climbing with an 80% furnace
Moving from an older 80% unit to the 96.5% AFUE MGH96 puts about 16 cents more of every gas dollar into your home. Pair it with a heat pump and the furnace barely runs outside January.
The heat pump quote came with a mismatched air handler
A heat pump only hits its rated efficiency with a matched coil. The MAAHE and MAUHE air handlers are engineered for the EVOX G3, which keeps the rating honest and the warranty simple.
No gas line and electric heat is bleeding you dry
An EVOX G3 heat pump and air handler replace baseboards or an old electric furnace with heating that costs a fraction to run, and the electric backup coil is there for the coldest nights.
You're building or renovating and need everything to work together
Furnace or air handler, heat pump, thermostat and controls all from one brand, installed by one authorized dealer, with the 240V circuit and venting done by our own licensed people.
Sound familiar?
Describe the problem and we'll tell you what it usually is, what it costs to fix, and whether it's worth fixing.
What's included in a Midea furnace or air handler installation
- Heat-loss calculation to set furnace BTU or air handler tonnage
- Removal and disposal of the old furnace, electric furnace or air handler
- PVC intake and exhaust venting, condensate drain and trap for the condensing MGH96
- Gas line connection and combustion test by TSSA-certified gas technicians
- Dedicated circuit for air handler backup heat by ESA-licensed electricians
- Matched coil or air handler commissioning with the EVOX G3 heat pump where applicable
- Thermostat set-up, Midea warranty registration and rebate submission where eligible
- Permits where required, and a clean furnace room when we leave
What it costs, and how we keep it lower
Furnaces from $3,300 installed
Guaranteed final pricing. The number on your quote is the number on your invoice, with no extras on the agreed scope.
Rebates on heat pump systems
Pair a Midea air handler or furnace with a qualifying EVOX G3 heat pump and the Home Renovation Savings Program may return up to $7,500. We file it.
0% financing
Interest-free for 3, 6 or 9 months, or open loans from 2.99% on approved credit.
Up to 12 years parts and labour
Extended warranty on select systems when registered by an authorized dealer.
Want the real number for your home?
A guaranteed quote takes one visit. Rebate and financing options come with it.
Why Ontario homes and businesses choose EHI Heating And Cooling
20+ years in Ontario homes
We've installed through more January cold snaps and July heat waves than we can count. That experience shows up in the sizing, the ductwork and the little details.
Voted Best Company 2019 to 2021
HomeStars Verified. Our reviews come from real Ontario homeowners and business owners.
Authorized Midea, Lennox, Kepler and Rinnai dealer, plus Goodman
Factory-backed equipment, factory-backed warranties, and techs trained on the gear we install. We install and service Goodman too.
Guaranteed final pricing
The number on your quote is the number on your invoice. We may also beat comparable reputable quotes by up to 10%.
Rebate paperwork handled
Pre-approval, heat-loss calculation and documentation for the Home Renovation Savings Program. You just sign.
Licensed, certified crews
TSSA-certified gas technicians, licensed refrigeration techs and ESA-licensed electrical work on every job.
Ready when you are
Call us or send the form. Quotes are free, guaranteed and come with your rebate estimate.
HVAC service across Ontario
We're a service-area business. Our crews come to your home or business, from the GTA to Northern Ontario. Don't see your town? Call, we probably cover it.
Toronto and York Region
Simcoe, Muskoka and cottage country
Hamilton and Niagara
Southwestern Ontario
Eastern Ontario
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Midea furnace cost installed in Ontario?
A Midea MGH96 furnace installed by EHI starts at $3,300 for the 60,000 BTU size, with larger sizes and jobs needing new venting or ductwork quoted individually. Installed pricing depends on size and installation requirements, and the quote is guaranteed before any work starts.
What does 96.5% AFUE mean on the Midea MGH96?
AFUE, or annual fuel utilization efficiency, is the share of your gas that becomes usable heat over a season, so a 96.5% AFUE furnace wastes about 3.5 cents of every dollar up the vent. Older 80% furnaces waste 20 cents, which is where the savings come from.
What is the difference between a furnace and an air handler?
A furnace burns gas to make heat and uses a blower to push it through your ducts, while an air handler has no burner: it holds the indoor coil and blower for a heat pump, with electric backup elements for very cold nights. The Midea MAAHE and MAUHE air handlers are the all-electric option; the MGH96 is the gas option.
Which Midea air handler goes with my heat pump?
The air handler tonnage matches the heat pump tonnage: a 2 ton EVOX G3 pairs with the MAAHE-H24B-2A or MAUHE-H24B-2A, and the 3, 4 and 5 ton heat pumps pair with the H36B, H48B and H60B models. We pick the series that fits your mechanical room and airflow, and quote the pair as one system.
Is the Midea MGH96 furnace quiet?
Yes. The MGH96 pairs a two-stage gas valve with a variable-speed blower, so it runs on low fire and low fan most of the time and you mostly hear a soft airflow rather than a furnace kicking on. The variable-speed motor also ramps up gently instead of slamming to full speed.
Who handles the Midea warranty registration and parts?
We register the furnace or air handler with Midea as part of the installation, and as an authorized dealer we have direct access to Midea parts and technical support in Ontario. Extended coverage of up to 12 years parts and labour is available on select systems when registered. Details on our warranty page.