When Is Furnace Replacement Necessary?
While most issues can be repaired if caught early enough, there are a few cases where the furnace system must be replaced. This guide explains some of the most common signs that furnace replacement may be needed.
System Age or More Frequent Repairs
While furnaces last quite a while, they have a limited lifespan. This number differs depending on factors like the quality of your system, installation soundness, and regular maintenance, but most furnaces last about 15 to 20 years before they need to be replaced.
It may also be worth replacing the furnace system if you notice you’re making frequent repairs. This might happen early due to improper installation, a small issue that evolved as it went unnoticed, old age, and more.
Replacing your furnace once it reaches its end-of-life stage, even if it's working fine, can prevent major breakdowns and allow you to upgrade to a more efficient and reliable heating system.
Higher Energy Usage
Higher energy usage and costs don’t necessarily mean your furnace needs immediate replacement, but it’s a solid warning sign. Sometimes, this is due to minor issues like dirty air filters, but it also happens as parts wear out and the system ages.
Higher energy usage combined with an older system usually indicates that many parts are not operating at 100 percent. Therefore, it’s usually more cost-effective to replace the system. This also prevents random failure while you hop around and problem-solve, ensuring your furnace is ready to provide heat when needed.
Because higher energy usage is often related to malfunctioning parts, it is important to turn the system off until it can be fixed. If the issue is minor, this can prevent you from needing a furnace replacement, as tiny issues can quickly get worse.
Unpredictable Heating
Unpredictable heating can occur in several scenarios. For example, your furnace may struggle to reach the target temperature or overheat the rooms. It may also not reach every room in the house, and you may notice hot and cold spots in each room.
A furnace that cannot provide whole-home comfort is not performing as designed, and it merits a professional inspection. While a single part may need replacement, the furnace may struggle to meet the season's demands.
A professional HVAC technician can help you pinpoint exactly what you need and determine whether your current system meets those needs or needs to be replaced.
About Sasquatch Home Services
Sasquatch Home Services understands the area's demand for a functioning furnace as a locally owned and operated business. Everything they do is about improving the world, from satisfaction guarantees to same-day service and even a tree-planting initiative. Call them today for furnace replacement and installation services in Langford, BC.
