How Often You Should Replace Your Furnace?
You probably know when it’s time to replace most products in our home. For example, your heating and air conditioning system air filter requires monthly replacement. Your pillows require replacement every two years. Your smoke detectors need to be replaced every 8-10 years. But what about your furnace?
If your furnace has seasonal maintenance and is kept in good working order, it can last 15-20 years. Once your heating equipment reaches 15 years of age , it’s probably a good time to start considering replacing your heating system with a new, more energy-efficient furnace. Installed appropriately, these high-efficiency heating units can save up to 20% on energy costs. Even if your heating system still seems to be working fine, it’s better to start doing your research now instead of waiting until your equipment breaks down in the middle of a long freeze and you’re so desperate you don’t have the luxury of time and research. When considering new furnace options it’s also crucial to take into account your home’s air duct system. Leaking and undersized ducts can seriously affect your home’s overall energy efficiency and comfort. New heating equipment is only as good as the air duct system 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. This year, you can earn U.S. government tax credits of up to $500 for certain heating and air conditioning equipment – but it’s only through the end of 2016 and hasn’t been confirmed past 12/31/16. Use this link to help find local rebates available in your area : https://www.energystar.gov/rebate-finder.
Something to think about if your system isn’t quite 20 years old and you’re on the fence about replacement is the amount of money you’re spending on repairing your current system. You can typically repair a furnace – swap out a part here, fix a component there – but eventually the cost of repairing your heating system will exceed the cost of replacing it and at that point you really need to consider long-term spending. If you are paying for furnace repairs each season, it’s probably time to look into replacement.
If you aren’t confident about your heating equipment’s ability to get you through the freezing temperatures safe and warm, give Winnipeg Supply Service Experts a call and we’d be happy to visit your home and inspect your equipment and provide any options. Starting December 1st, Winnipeg Supply Service Experts is providing discounts on certain home comfort systems so contact us and discover how much you can save!
