Signs you need a new furnace
Think it might be time for a new furnace? You should probably replace yours if:
- It’s 15+ years old. Most furnaces only last 15–20 years. If yours is approaching that age, it’s time to start thinking about a new one.
- You’re seeing frequent repairs. If your furnace has needed a lot of repairs lately, that’s usually a sign that it’s on its way out. You’re usually better off investing in a new unit, rather than throwing money into multiple repairs.
- Your heating bills are getting higher. Furnaces naturally lose efficiency as they get older, which means they have to work harder (and use more energy) to heat your home.
- Your warranty has expired. This means the manufacturer will no longer guarantee (and cover the cost of) a part if it dies. You’d be stuck paying for an entire repair out of pocket, which might not be worth it in the long run.
Furnace terms you should know
If you’re shopping around for a new furnace, you’ve probably seen a lot of terms you don’t know. We’ll explain some of the lingo for you.
- BTUs (British Thermal Units): BTUs refer to a furnace’s size. We’ll calculate what size furnace your home needs during a free, in-home consultation.
- AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency): AFUE measures a furnace’s efficiency level. The higher the AFUE rating, the more efficient the unit—which means lower energy bills.
- Two-stage heating: Units with a two-stage burner valve, which controls how much fuel enters the burner, can open to 3 positions (open, partially open and closed). This allows the furnace to adjust for whatever level of heating your home needs, which increases comfort levels and lowers energy bills.
- Variable-speed blower motor: The blower is the part of the furnace that circulates air through your home. Variable-speed blowers can adjust airflow speed based on your home’s heating needs, making them super efficient.
We make furnace installations easy for you
Every little thing we do, we do to make your life easier. That’s why we offer:
Convenient scheduling
We install your furnace when it’s convenient for you, not us. That’s why we offer service late at night and on the weekends.
Fast installations
We’re a well-oiled machine when it comes to furnace installations, which is why our install times are much shorter than other companies.
No cut corners
Because we focus on the quality of the installation, instead of pushing a particular brand, your furnace will be installed the right way.