We all know the feeling when winter arrives in Great Falls and we go to start up the furnace for the first time. Will it start up without a hiccup and run perfectly the entire season, or will it go out out of nowhere on the coldest day of the year? While no one can predict exactly when your furnace will go out, there are a few telltale signals that could be showing themselves prior to your furnace completely giving up.
No one likes to handle a broken down furnace, but how do you know if it’s time to contemplate a replacement? There are a number of factors that play in to this choice, but at Falls Mechanical Services LLC, we’ve got a few ideas in particular that may help you choose if it’s time to say goodbye to your furnace and hello to a new one.
The life expectancy of furnaces usually averages between 12-17 years. If yours is 15 years old or older, it has an increased chance of failing, so researching new furnaces now is a smart way to get ahead of the game just in case.
Throughout the years of maintaining a comfy home, furnaces can lose efficiency. If your furnace hasn’t been serviced, you also run the risk of losing efficiency as well, potentially increasing your monthly energy bills.
If your system isn’t sealed accurately and there are leaks, you could be feeling the effects of an inconsistently heated home. Ensuring your ductwork is sealed properly and that you have recently replaced your furnace filter can help you keep your home comfortable.
Whether it’s age, or it’s simply run its course, a furnace that isn’t able to keep your home comfortable during the cold months isn’t doing much of anything. It probably is time to say goodbye.
While furnace replacement may sound a little daunting, new furnaces offer a variety of benefits that older systems simply can’t compete with. Plus, you’ll be able to relax knowing that you likely won’t have to worry about changing out that system for years to come. A new furnace could mean:
When you work with the specialists at Falls Mechanical Services LLC, furnace replacement is simple. Not only do we offer a variety of options to help you meet both your comfort needs and budget needs, we can help you figure out which furnaces would best suit your home. If you’d like to speak with us about furnace replacement a little more, give our team a call at 406-761-7283 or schedule an appointment with us online.