With the proper maintenance, the average modern furnace has a good 20 to 30 years of reliable service ahead of it. If your furnace is more than 15 years old, you should prepare yourself for a furnace replacement in the near future. This isn’t to say that your furnace will fail shortly, but you do want to be ready and prepared if that happens.
If you’re fortunate, your unit will tell you when it’s about time to weigh your options with the following tell-tale signs:
- Your furnace is always in need of constant repairs. Keeping your furnace well-maintained is one thing, but if your unit always seems to need a new part or constant adjustment, it might be time to shop around for a new furnace.
- Your furnace starts making a sizable racket. Excessive rattles, buzzing and humming upon startup or during operation can signal more than just a need for a tune-up.
- You begin seeing clear signs of rust and corrosion on and around your furnace. In many cases, the heat exchanger and other components may show signs of cracking and/or corrosion.
If you start seeing or hearing any of the above warning signs, then it’s time to call on a heating professional to evaluate your unit. The valuable advice of an experienced and knowledgeable contractor can go a long way toward finding the best new furnace available.
Contact the pros at Bill Joplin’s Air Conditioning & Heating to learn more about the latest furnace replacement options. We proudly offer our heating and air conditioning services to the McKinney, Frisco and Allen areas.
