Why Would You Opt for Furnace Replacement

If you have an aging furnace and your fuel bills are going through the roof, you might consider opting for furnace replacement. The older furnaces are much less efficient than modern ones and considerably less eco-friendly as well. High efficiency 90+% AFUE furnaces burn less propane or natural gas, leaving a smaller carbon foot print. AFUE is a term used in short for Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency, a 90+% AFUE indicates that more than 90% of the fuel is being converted into heat. Some models are now 'hybrid heating systems' where the heating system automatically switches seamlessly between gas and electricity providing maximum cost savings in your utility bills. Roughly if you are able to increase the efficiency of your heating system from 60% to 90% then there could be a 30% savings in fuel bills.

When you are thinking of furnace replacement, do your homework. Get some expert opinions and estimations. Some contractors will try to oversell a product you might not really need. Do not buy an oversized furnace replacement. The heating systems installed prior to 1980 were in general, oversized. Usually a smaller modern furnace (with smaller BTU rating) will do equally good if not a better job! Selecting the furnace of the correct size will make it last long and run longer stretches of time, providing a more constant temperature for your home.

If your heating or cooling system isn't comparatively modern, the ideal way to keep it in good condition is to replace or clean the filters on a regular basis. Filters should be checked once a month for dust accumulation. Filters are used to remove pollen and dust from the air that enters the heating or cooling system. Another safety tip is to get a carbon monoxide detector badge on your furnace to monitor its safety from time to time.

The most important consideration, when thinking of furnace replacement, is to get a reputed contractor to do your job. Even if you have to pay a little more, you should consult a professional contractor who will give you the best advice and provide best services. Always go for the furnace or heating system that offers longer warranties. The contractor who installs your heating system should guide you through the operations and trouble shooting. He should instruct you on how to clean and maintain filters, and also show you major gas emergency shut-off switches and all other safety devices while conducting furnace replacement. Yukon and Oklahoma City have fine showrooms with wide variety of heating and cooling systems to choose from.