It I can be an overwhelming process to figure out if you need to replace your furnace, and you probably have many furnace replacement questions. Maybe your current furnace is still working, but it runs constantly and your utility bills are high. It does put out heat but it makes a lot of noise. It is getting old, and it seems you have to have a technician out to fix it more than it actually works properly. All these things can be signs that you need to replace your furnace.
As leading furnace repair and installation specialists in St. Louis, we have answered a few furnace replacement questions below. If you have more furnace replacement questions than we have provided answers to, contact us or fill out our online HVAC system quote request form and we will get back to you ASAP.
Frequently Asked Furnace Replacement Questions
Furnace Replacement Question 1: When should I replace my furnace?
There are many factors that go into this decision—the age of your current system, how it is performing, repair costs, and energy consumption are all things to consider.
- Furnaces typically last about 15-20 years but this will depend on how often you use it and maintenance.
- Frequent or costly repairs are a good indicator that it may be time for furnace replacement.
- Utility bills get higher each year. An older furnace will be less efficient than a new one. If your utility bills are high, it may be time to consider a new furnace.
Furnace Replacement Question 2: How do I determine if I should repair or replace my furnace?
While there is no standard answer that applies to all circumstances, a general rule of thumb is that if the repair bill equals 50 percent of the cost to buy a new furnace, replacing the furnace may be a better investment. You will spend more money up front, but with the better efficiency and lower repair costs, you should be able to recoup that money.
Furnace Replacement Question 3: Should I choose a gas or electric furnace?
Natural gas furnaces are typically less expensive to operate and more efficient than electrical, so these are often recommended when gas connections are feasible. However, if you are switching from one fuel source to another, this can affect the savings that switching can generate for you.
Furnace Replacement Question 4: Is there a better season than another to replace a furnace?
As no one wants to be without heat, it is better to preempt an HVAC system failing which happens more often in late fall and winter because the systems are running more frequently. Therefore, we recommend furnace replacement in the early fall or spring. These seasons are usually less busy for HVAC installers, although they install HVAC systems year-round. HVAC installers may also be running deals in the fall and spring.
Furnace Replacement Question 5: I have decided to replace my furnace. Should I replace my air conditioner, too?
If both systems are 10+ years and have extensive repair costs then it may benefit you to replace both at the same time. Plus, many systems do share some of the same components, so replacing them at the same time can save costs and labor and will ensure a properly optimized system.
Call Us with Your Furnace Replacement Questions
As leading HVAC experts serving the greater St. Louis area, we can answer any furnace replacement questions or any HVAC system questions. Galmiche & Sons is your home-grown HVAC specialists, servicing St. Louis since 1950. So contact us to schedule your furnace replacement or get more answers to your questions.
