There are various signs that will let you know that you’re due for furnace replacement, including:
- Excessive heating bills
- Uneven heating
- Higher than normal energy bills
- A furnace over 15 years old
When selecting a new furnace for your home, one important thing you want to consider is its overall heating capacity. If you get a furnace that’s too big, it will waste a lot of excess energy and drive up your energy bills. If you get a furnace that’s too small, it won’t be able to heat your home to your desired temperature. Fortunately, our helpful HVAC technicians can assess your home to determine the appropriate heating capacity for your new furnace.
Another factor to consider is the type of fuel that your furnace will use. Furnaces can run on electricity, propane, natural gas, or even heating oil. In general, natural gas tends to be the cheapest fuel to purchase. However, it’s crucial to note that natural gas is not available everywhere in the country. It’s a good idea to consider the cost of each type of fuel to determine which one is going to be the most cost-effective choice for your new furnace.
Another factor to consider is the overall operating efficiency of the furnace. Electric furnaces are the most efficient of the bunch. Furnaces that run on natural gas, propane, or heating oil can have a standard or high-efficiency operation depending on the specific system that you purchase. Standard-efficiency models operate at around 80 to 85% efficiency, while high-efficiency models operate at 90 to 95% efficiency.