Furnace Installation
Your furnace works hard to warm up every room in your home. When it’s running properly, you may even forget it’s there, tucked away behind the scenes. But like all things that work hard, your furnace starts to break down with age.
Time to Replace Your Furnace
What are the warning signs? Well, you may find your furnace cycles more often than it used to, maybe it sounds louder, or perhaps your energy bills have climbed higher. It’s normal to replace your furnace every 15 years or so. By this age, the cost of a repair is often not worth it, when you consider what you’ll pay for future repairs and utility costs.
Signs it’s time for a new furnace
When your furnace starts to break down, it will probably start to act up, indicating that it’s time for a replacement. Look out for the following signs:
Heat exchanger is cracked
Furnace is noisy
Furnace breaks frequently
Furnace is aging (older than 15 years)
How Does a Furnace Replacement or Installation Work?
Get an assessment of your furnace
An HVAC specialist will assess your hom — the size of your house, the ductwork, and your current system — to find out what options are best for you.
Review the furnace estimate with the specialist
You’ll be quoted based on the type and size of the furnace. You have options, so don’t be afraid to ask questions!
Install your furnace
An HVAC technician will come to your house to install your new furnace. This typically takes upwards of eight hours, over the course of one to three days, depending on the service provider, their schedule, and how elaborate the job is.
Looking for More Info
Check out these articles that dive deeper into the parts, processes, and preparation that go into replacing your furnace.
Why Is My Furnace Short Cycling?
Does your furnace call the shots when it comes to setting the temperature? Does the temperature in your home not match what you set on the thermostat? Are you noticing that your furnace runs then shuts off and starts again? Then, it's probably short cycling.
AC Compressor Replacement
Inside your air conditioning system, there’s a part called the compressor, which acts like the powerhouse of the system. The compressor pumps refrigerant through your AC system to cool the air in your home. When the compressor isn’t working properly, your air conditioner won’t be able to circulate cold air.
Air Conditioner Installation
In the past, you’d rely on a shaded porch to stay cool at home. Today, you count on your air conditioner to deliver that relief, and when your system isn’t keeping up with the summer heat, you’re sure to notice. Yet, like all systems that work hard, air conditioners will start to break down over time. On a system that’s over 10 years old, you’ll likely spend a good deal on repairs and utility bills. New air conditioners are more reliable and efficient at cooling your home, which means you spend less money for more comfort.
Ductless Mini Split Installation
As with any system, it pays to know what’s involved when it comes to installation so you can make the right choice for your home and lifestyle. Ductless mini splits have a lifespan of approximately 10 years; beyond that, you’ll probably pay more for frequent repairs than you would for a replacement. If your mini split is approaching its life expectancy, it’s time to consider a replacement.
Heat Pump Installation
Using vents and ducts, a heat pump moves air through the rooms of your house. It functions like an air conditioner to cool your home, and it heats your home by absorbing heat from the outdoors and transferring it indoors. Since your heat pump has two important jobs to do, it’s no surprise that it can suffer from wear and tear. Parts like compressors, coils, and electrical components can be expensive to replace — in many cases, a new heat pump is a more economical (and more efficient) choice.
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