Customers often ask, “When should we consider replacing our furnace?” No one wants to hear “it depends” but it really does!
How old is it? How much do you run it? How well are you maintaining it? These are the biggest things to think about when it comes to determining if it is the right time to upgrade your furnace or heating system.
How Old Is Your Furnace?
The biggest factor is the age of the equipment in question. Your furnace may become less efficient over time, so if your furnace is more than 15 years old, it may be time to start budgeting for replacement. Increase efficiencies and technology on newer systems can save you more money on your utility bills which helps offset the investment of a new heater.
How Often Do You Run Your Furnace And Air Conditioner?
Believe it or not, your furnace blower also pushes the air through your system in the summer. This means that while the heating elements are only used in the winter, the blower components are used all year long. If you use your air conditioner more than your heater, it still might be worth considering replacement before a major component fails at the most inopportune time (because you KNOW that is when it will fail!)
Are You Maintaining The System?
Just like the blower working year around, the same filtration system is the same both in heating and cooling. Are you replacing or cleaning your filters regularly? Are you having the system professionally maintained regularly? The better care you take in your system, the longer you can count on it to run consistently and efficiently.
Have You Had To Have The Heater Repaired?
If you’ve had some recent repairs done to the system, it may be a good time to think about replacement. Over time the repair costs can add up, where a new furnace will give you the peace of mind that when you need it, it will be there.
Are Your Energy Bills Getting Higher?
Of course as rates increase so do our heating bills. An older furnace may have to run longer to keep up with the thermostat. An upgraded system will be more energy efficient due to technology as well as overall performance. Sometimes the monthly savings offset the monthly payments enough to make it even more affordable.
Where Do You Go From Here?
If you suspect that your heating system is getting to the end of its life expectancy, have us out to help you determine your best long term solutions! Our goal is to help you choose the best system for your family and your home. Including converting off of fossil fuels and into high efficiency heat pump systems. And now that we are at the tail end of the heating months, it is a great time to consider replacing your furnace so that you have the confidence of no failures with the components that work in the summer will leave you hot under the collar.
Call us today at (916)481-0658 or contact us here to learn more about your options.