How Often You Should Replace Your Furnace?

You may know when it’s time to replace most things in our home. For example, your HVAC system air filter requires monthly replacement. Your pillows require replacement every two years. Your smoke detectors should be replaced every 8-10 years. But what about your furnace? 

If your heating system has seasonal maintenance and is kept in good working order, it can last 10-20 years. Once your heating system reaches 15 years of age , it’s probably a good time to start contemplating replacing your heating system with upgraded, more energy-efficient heating equipment. Installed properly, these high-efficiency furnaces can save up to 20% on energy costs. Even if your heating equipment still seems to be working fine, it’s best to start looking into your options now instead of waiting until your furnace breaks down in the middle of a terrible freeze and you’re so desperate you can’t properly look into your options. When considering new furnace options it’s also important to think about your home’s air duct system. Leaking and undersized ducts can dramatically affect your home’s overall comfort and effectiveness. New heating equipment is only as good as the air duct equipment that it’s installed in. 

Another reason you need to research ahead of time is to see what manufacturer rebates and tax credits are available to you. Currently, you can get U.S. government tax credits of up to $500 for qualifying HVAC equipment – but it’s only until the end of 2016 and hasn’t been confirmed past 12/31/16. Use this link to help discover local rebates available in your community : https://www.energystar.gov/rebate-finder

One thing to take under advisement if your system isn’t quite 20 years old and you’re debating replacement is how much you’re spending on fixing your current furnace. You can usually repair a heating system – replace a part here, fix a section there – but in the end the cost of repairing your furnace will exceed the cost of replacing it and then you really need to think about long-term spending. If you are having to repair your furnace on a yearly basis, it’s probably time to look into replacement. 

If you aren’t sure about your heating system’s ability to get you through the freezing temperatures safe and cozy, give Stevenson Service Experts a call and we’d be happy to go out and inspect your system and provide any recommendations. Starting December 1st, Stevenson Service Experts is providing discounts on qualifying home comfort systems so give us a call and discover how much you can save! 

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