As your furnace gets older, preparing to replace it will help you avoid unexpected expenses in the middle of winter. Once your furnace reaches the 15-year mark, start watching for signs of imminent failure. These symptoms, coupled with old age, will tell you when to start shopping for a replacement.
There’s never going to be an increase in energy waste that doesn’t have an underlying cause, so if your energy bills seem to be on the rise each month, try to determine the reason. If you haven’t added a new major appliance or deliberately increased your energy usage, a dying heating system may be the culprit.
Even if you have kept up with heating tune-ups and inspections, an old system will naturally lose efficiency over time. An HVAC technician can determine whether that is the case, and they can help you set up a Columbus furnace replacement.
If you notice that there seems to be more dust gathering in your home within a short period of time, check your furnace’s air filter. If you see any black dust or soot beginning to (or continuing to) accumulate around your home, you should schedule HVAC services right away.
Your technician can tell you whether there’s a specific problem or if you need to replace your furnace altogether. Often, an older system will no longer filter the air properly, allowing dust and debris to circulate and gather in spots throughout your home.
You might also need a Columbus furnace replacement if your home feels unusually cold. You might find yourself adjusting the thermostat frequently to maintain the same temperature in your home, or you might find that some rooms feel colder than others.
In any case, an HVAC technician will be able to determine whether there’s a problem that they can fix. In some cases, damaged ducts or a poorly maintained blower motor can cause these issues, though it might be more cost-effective to replace an old furnace altogether instead.
Mr. Air Heating and Air Conditioning provides maintenance and repairs for all HVAC systems. We can also help you choose a new furnace and provide certified installation services. To learn more about a new furnace installation that you can trust, contact us today.
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