Central Heating is Barrie’s one-stop solution for residential and commercial HVAC services. From design to installation, retrofits, or upgrading old inefficient systems, you can count on our years of expertise to provide you with the perfect heating or cooling system.
When faced with a heating emergency, call us for 24-hour heating repair.
5 Signs You Need Heating Replacement
If you’re like most homeowners, you don’t think much about your heating system until it stops working.
Furnace failure doesn’t happen overnight; usually, it’s minor problems that go unnoticed until they blow up into disasters.
Below are the most common warning signs that point to a failing heater and that heating replacement may be on the horizon.
Increased Energy Bills
During winter, it’s expected for your heating bills to increase; however, if you notice your energy expenses are significantly higher than average, it could mean your heater is too old and can’t keep up with your demands.
Escalating Repair Costs
As heaters age, they require more repairs to keep them going. So, if you go back and calculate your repair expenses over the last few years, you may find it’s more economical to put that repair money towards a new, more reliable system.
Yellow Burner Flame
If you have a gas furnace, it’s wise to check the burner flame periodically. A healthy flame is blue; however, if it’s yellow or orange, it means your system has a combustion malfunction. A yellow flame also could mean your furnace is producing carbon monoxide, which can cause severe health issues.
Your Furnace Makes Unusual Noises
It’s normal for a furnace to make noise during operation. But, if you notice sounds you’ve not heard before, such as popping, screeching, grinding, or banging, call a professional HVAC contractor immediately.
Your Heater is Past Its Prime
The average lifespan of a furnace is between 15 and 20 years, so once your system reaches the upper end of its lifespan, it doesn’t make sense to continue sinking money into keeping iit going for another season or two.
If your heater is giving you fits, call the experts at Central Heating for an inspection and to determine if it’s time for heater replacement.
Why Furnace Maintenance is So Important
There seems to be no end to the chores and maintenance one must perform when owning a home. However, many homeowners forget about furnace maintenance.
Your furnace is an expensive investment and is one of the largest energy consumers in your home. So, it makes sense to do everything. You can keep it running efficiently and extend its lifespan for as long as possible.
If you’re one of those homeowners that forgets about furnace maintenance, consider the following benefits.
It Increases Energy Efficiency
The harder you work your furnace, the more quickly parts wear out, leading to higher energy consumption, and increased wear and tear.
It Save Money on Energy Expenses
When your furnace runs at peak efficiency, it doesn’t have to work as hard to deliver the temperature you desire. An efficient system means lower energy bills and greater comfort.
It Decreases the Risk of Breakdowns
As mentioned, sudden heater failure isn’t always sudden. In most cases, minor problems go unnoticed until they balloon and wreak havoc on your system. With annual maintenance and tune-ups, a professional technician is able to spot these minor issues and repair them before they have the chance to inflict costly damage.
It Extends Your Furnace’s Lifespan
Installing a new furnace is a significant investment, so it’s wise to keep your current system in tip-top shape so it runs as long as possible. Annual maintenance allows you to replace worn-out parts and ensure everything is operating at maximum capacity.
Contact Central Heating today to book your appointment for furnace service to get the best performance from your system this winter.
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Central Heating is a Full-Service Heating Contractor in Barrie
At Central Heating, we know there’s no shortage of heating contractors throughout Muskoka and Simcoe County.
However, we’re not like everyone else.
We’re a full-service, one-stop solution for all your residential and commercial heating and cooling needs.
We have options for purchasing a new system, furnace rental, installation, and maintenance, and we guarantee our work 100%.
