A furnace is the primary heating source for most homes. If the furnace is not working to its full potential, you can have several problems this winter. Nobody should have to worry about their home staying warm on cold nights. Getting a brand new furnace is a major purchase, but it may be well worth it in the long run. These are the four main reasons to consider a furnace replacement.
Everyone's first instinct is to hire an HVAC maintenance specialist when their furnace starts to act up. This is perfectly acceptable when dealing with an occasional problem. If you have to get your furnace repaired multiple times every winter, it is time to get a new one. This is a major sign that the furnace will completely stop working soon. The money you save on repair costs will easily help pay for the new furnace in only a few years.
A furnace is typically designed to last for around 15 years. You may get lucky and have the furnace last a little longer, but they rarely make it more than 20 years. If your furnace is reaching the end of its life cycle, then it is time to consider a replacement. It is only a matter of time before you start to experience some major issues with your furnace. You can avoid all of the hassles of a broken furnace by just getting a new one right now.
Older furnaces are a lot less efficient than newer ones. This forces them to run longer to keep your home at your desired temperature. This increased usage results in a huge bump in your energy costs. If your utility bills are much higher than usual, then it is time to consider a furnace replacement. You will be amazed at how much money you save every winter with a new energy-efficient furnace.
The furnace's only job is to keep your home at a comfortable temperature when it is cold outside. Older furnaces have a much harder time performing this duty than newer ones. This can leave you with a drafty home. If you find yourself grabbing a blanket or space heater on cold nights, then your furnace is not working to its full potential. This is an even bigger problem if the house gets cold on mild winter nights.
If you have any questions about your furnace options, please call us at your earliest convenience. We will take the time to answer all of your questions to ensure you make the right heating decisions for your home.