Common HVAC Repair Issues and How Our Technicians Fix Them
A reliable and efficient gas furnace is essential for maintaining comfortable living conditions during the cold months. However, like all home appliances, furnaces have a finite lifespan, and eventually, replacement will be necessary. Determining the right time to replace your gas furnace can be critical in preventing untimely system failure and ensuring your home remains warm and comfortable throughout the winter season. As a family-owned and operated air conditioning and heating company, we recognize the importance of understanding when to replace your gas furnace and the advantages that a new, energy-efficient heating system can bring.
We will walk you through the signs that may suggest it's time for a gas furnace replacement, the benefits of a new heating system, and the steps involved in the furnace replacement process. Familiarizing yourself with these factors will help you make an informed decision on whether it's time to upgrade your home's heating system.
1. Signs It's Time for a Gas Furnace Replacement
Knowing when your gas furnace requires replacement is vital to maintaining a comfortable home during the colder months. Some common signs that may indicate it's time for a new furnace include:
- Aging System: A gas furnace typically has a lifespan of around 15-20 years. If your furnace is approaching or has exceeded this age, it may be time to consider a replacement.
- Rising Energy Bills: Older furnaces often lose their efficiency over time, leading to increased energy consumption and higher heating bills. If you've noticed a steady increase in heating costs, a new, energy-efficient furnace may be the solution.
- Frequent Repairs: When your gas furnace requires constant repairs, it could be an indication that the system is nearing the end of its lifecycle. In such cases, the cost of continued repairs may outweigh the benefits of upgrading to a new furnace.
- Inconsistent Heating: Uneven heating or fluctuating temperatures throughout your home can be a sign of an aging or struggling furnace. A new, energy-efficient furnace can provide consistent and reliable heating performance.
2. Benefits of a New Gas Furnace
Investing in a new gas furnace can offer a multitude of benefits, including:
- Enhanced Energy Efficiency: Modern gas furnaces are designed to provide improved energy efficiency, resulting in lower heating bills and reduced environmental impact.
- Greater Reliability: A new gas furnace has a lower risk of unexpected breakdowns, ensuring more reliable performance and greater peace of mind during the winter months.
- Advanced Features: Today's gas furnaces are equipped with innovative features, such as variable-speed motors and smart thermostats, that can help improve overall comfort and system performance.
- Increased Home Value: Installing a new, energy-efficient furnace can increase the value of your home, making it more attractive to potential buyers in the future.
3. Choosing the Right Gas Furnace for Your Home
When it's time for a gas furnace replacement, consider the following factors to help you select the best furnace for your home:
- Energy Efficiency: Look for a furnace with a high Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) rating, which measures the overall energy efficiency of the system. A higher AFUE rating can lead to greater energy savings.
- Proper Sizing: Our technicians can perform a heat load calculation to determine the correct size furnace for your home. An improperly sized furnace can lead to insufficient heating, increased energy consumption, and reduced system lifespan.
- Additional Features: Consider features such as variable-speed blowers, modulating burners, and smart thermostats that can improve comfort, performance, and energy efficiency.
4. The Gas Furnace Replacement Process
The process of gas furnace replacement typically includes the following steps:
- Assessment and Quotation: Our technicians will evaluate your current heating system, perform a heat load calculation, and provide a detailed quote for a new, appropriately-sized gas furnace.
- Removal of the Old Furnace: Our team will safely disconnect and remove your existing furnace, ensuring proper disposal in compliance with local regulations.
- Installation of the New Furnace: Our skilled technicians will install your new gas furnace, ensuring proper venting, gas piping, and electrical connections.
- System Adjustments and Testing: Once your new furnace is installed, our team will make any necessary adjustments, test the system to ensure proper functionality, and walk you through the operation of your new heating system.
5. The Importance of Professional Gas Furnace Installation
Enlisting the help of trained professionals for your gas furnace replacement is crucial for several reasons:
- Safety: Our technicians have the expertise to handle gas piping and electrical connections safely, reducing the risk of accidents and injury.
- Proper Installation: Professional installation ensures that your new gas furnace will function efficiently, reliably, and optimally, extending the life of your heating system.
- Manufacturer's Warranty: Most furnace manufacturers require professional installation for their warranty to remain valid. Hiring our experienced technicians ensures your new furnace is covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
Conclusion
Recognizing the signs that your gas furnace may need replacement and understanding the benefits of a new heating system can help you make an informed decision when it's time to upgrade. By selecting the right gas furnace for your home and relying on our skilled technicians at We Fix It Home Services for professional installation, you can enjoy consistent, energy-efficient heating and comfortable living space during the colder months. If you suspect your gas furnace may be nearing the end of its lifecycle, or you're simply looking to upgrade to a more energy-efficient system, don't hesitate to contact us, and we'll be happy to help you through the entire gas furnace replacement process.
My unit would not cool below 79°. I contacted We Fix It Homes Services because Mike the owner has done work for me before and is a man of integrity, honest and top notch. Jeremy, the tech, came out promptly the next day. Jeremy is absolutely fantastic! He was able to diagnose the problem and get my air cooling again within the hour. You can’t go wrong using We Fix It Homes Services for all of your HVAC needs. Ask for Jeremy to be your tech, you won’t be disappointed.
Mike was quick to help out a friend in need. Their AC unit went out and they have a new baby at home, he was able to show up within an hour to accommodate! He has not only accommodated my family when needed, but also close friends as well with no questions asked! We will continue to use, and refer! Thank you Mike, your services are greatly appreciated!
I highly recommend this company. They gave a detailed plan and performed the plan. They installed a quality unit and it is working above our expectations. Mike graciously answered all my questions and questioning. He and Jeremy arrived early for every appointment. We asked them to replace our unit on Thursday morning and had cool by Friday at 1:30. We are very pleased.
My AC went out on Tuesday and this company came out the same day evaluated it advised me in detail what the issue was, gave a EXACT quote and had my home running quick. The two techs. That put my new system in were beyond reproach. I will ABSOLUTELY continue to use this company.
Awesome, honest local business! Michael was able to come out within an hour of me calling and fix our AC. He educated us with photos and provided honest resolution with no up charge gimmicks. Will be our go to AC repair company going forward.
I had a great experience with this company and specifically 2 of the employees, Ralph and his brother, who came out to fix my AC unit. After my home warranty company left me with no AC in 100+ degree weather for months they came out and got it up and running in no time. Ralph figured out what was wrong with my unit, found the parts and even sent his brother to help get it repaired after hours. They both were extremely responsive and did not disappoint. I would highly recommend calling them first if you have any issues with ...
Great experience! Mike was polite, gave his honest opinion and available options. No hard pressure sales. Really appreciate him coming same day (within 3 hours ) to diagnosis problem.
WOW! I’m impressed. Arizona in August and they got to my house within an hour of calling. Decent price. Wonderful customer service. Thank you! Mike was great.
Our AC unit went out last week. I found these guys on Google and they had all great reviews. They were quick to respond, showed up when they said they would and did great work!
The Technician Ralph that was sent out was caring and concerned for my dogs and my elderly mother. He did an amazing job got everything fixed within the hour and our house is cool. Great company.
They came out to replace a water heater and in between releasing the water the young Man cleaned the AC units and he noticed that Freon was needed very attentive thorough really recommend them.
We Fix It was professional and accommodating for my tune-up! Was very honest about what was going on with the inner workings of my unit and what was required to keep it kicking. 13-year-old unit. Nothing but friendly and professional over here.
I have nothing but great things to say about this company. They’re honest, on time, extremely competitive and do absolute top notch quality work. We’ve had our A/C unit replaced by them, annual checkups and maintenance, work done at relatives homes (mold removal and UV light installation) and other work at our previous home. We’ll be lifetime customers and I’ll gladly recommend them to anyone. Thanks guys!
Very knowledgeable and professional. Showed up on short notice exactly at the time they said they would. Took on a challenging repair and handled the situation with no complaints and got our AC units back up the same day. Definitely will be our go-to company for any HVAC issues in the future.
Ralph did an awesome job of fixing our air conditioning. Friendly and courteous and very professional. Would highly recommend him for any future services.
Mike came out to check my AC unit. He was on time. Very informative and pleasant to talk to. I would highly recommend this company. I believe they have good work ethics and can be trusted.
Seriously the best place I could ask for! Called them around 8 am. They were here by 10 am. I love how Mike took the extra time to explain everything to me about our AC and went out of his way to check everything. Please call them, they are worth it!!
Mike was absolutely amazing! He was on time, He explained everything he was doing, and showed me before and after’s. My house instantly cooled down after he fixed it. Would recommend 1000x’s!
They were fast same-day service, my ac quit working it was 113 outside, I called, and they came in less than 2 hours, had the parts on the truck, fixed my ac, got me blowing cold air again in under 2 hours, so happy with them and the service performed!! Strongly recommend
The owner showed up early in the morning, on time, on a holiday weekend. He had my AC working in 10 minutes. Price was so reasonable that I was shocked. I had anticipated an inflated holiday charge. Very professional. I HIGHLY recommend this company.
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My unit would not cool below 79°. I contacted We Fix It Homes Services because Mike the owner has done work for me before and is a man of integrity, honest and top notch. Jeremy, the tech, came out promptly the next day. Jeremy is absolutely fantastic! He was able to diagnose the problem and get my air cooling again within the hour. You can’t go wrong using We Fix It Homes Services for all of your HVAC needs. Ask for Jeremy to be your tech, you won’t be disappointed.
Mike was quick to help out a friend in need. Their AC unit went out and they have a new baby at home, he was able to show up within an hour to accommodate! He has not only accommodated my family when needed, but also close friends as well with no questions asked! We will continue to use, and refer! Thank you Mike, your services are greatly appreciated!
I highly recommend this company. They gave a detailed plan and performed the plan. They installed a quality unit and it is working above our expectations. Mike graciously answered all my questions and questioning. He and Jeremy arrived early for every appointment. We asked them to replace our unit on Thursday morning and had cool by Friday at 1:30. We are very pleased.
My AC went out on Tuesday and this company came out the same day evaluated it advised me in detail what the issue was, gave a EXACT quote and had my home running quick. The two techs. That put my new system in were beyond reproach. I will ABSOLUTELY continue to use this company.
Awesome, honest local business! Michael was able to come out within an hour of me calling and fix our AC. He educated us with photos and provided honest resolution with no up charge gimmicks. Will be our go to AC repair company going forward.
I had a great experience with this company and specifically 2 of the employees, Ralph and his brother, who came out to fix my AC unit. After my home warranty company left me with no AC in 100+ degree weather for months they came out and got it up and running in no time. Ralph figured out what was wrong with my unit, found the parts and even sent his brother to help get it repaired after hours. They both were extremely responsive and did not disappoint. I would highly recommend calling them first if you have any issues with ...
Great experience! Mike was polite, gave his honest opinion and available options. No hard pressure sales. Really appreciate him coming same day (within 3 hours ) to diagnosis problem.
WOW! I’m impressed. Arizona in August and they got to my house within an hour of calling. Decent price. Wonderful customer service. Thank you! Mike was great.
Our AC unit went out last week. I found these guys on Google and they had all great reviews. They were quick to respond, showed up when they said they would and did great work!
The Technician Ralph that was sent out was caring and concerned for my dogs and my elderly mother. He did an amazing job got everything fixed within the hour and our house is cool. Great company.
They came out to replace a water heater and in between releasing the water the young Man cleaned the AC units and he noticed that Freon was needed very attentive thorough really recommend them.
We Fix It was professional and accommodating for my tune-up! Was very honest about what was going on with the inner workings of my unit and what was required to keep it kicking. 13-year-old unit. Nothing but friendly and professional over here.
I have nothing but great things to say about this company. They’re honest, on time, extremely competitive and do absolute top notch quality work. We’ve had our A/C unit replaced by them, annual checkups and maintenance, work done at relatives homes (mold removal and UV light installation) and other work at our previous home. We’ll be lifetime customers and I’ll gladly recommend them to anyone. Thanks guys!
Very knowledgeable and professional. Showed up on short notice exactly at the time they said they would. Took on a challenging repair and handled the situation with no complaints and got our AC units back up the same day. Definitely will be our go-to company for any HVAC issues in the future.
Ralph did an awesome job of fixing our air conditioning. Friendly and courteous and very professional. Would highly recommend him for any future services.
Mike came out to check my AC unit. He was on time. Very informative and pleasant to talk to. I would highly recommend this company. I believe they have good work ethics and can be trusted.
Seriously the best place I could ask for! Called them around 8 am. They were here by 10 am. I love how Mike took the extra time to explain everything to me about our AC and went out of his way to check everything. Please call them, they are worth it!!
Mike was absolutely amazing! He was on time, He explained everything he was doing, and showed me before and after’s. My house instantly cooled down after he fixed it. Would recommend 1000x’s!
They were fast same-day service, my ac quit working it was 113 outside, I called, and they came in less than 2 hours, had the parts on the truck, fixed my ac, got me blowing cold air again in under 2 hours, so happy with them and the service performed!! Strongly recommend
The owner showed up early in the morning, on time, on a holiday weekend. He had my AC working in 10 minutes. Price was so reasonable that I was shocked. I had anticipated an inflated holiday charge. Very professional. I HIGHLY recommend this company.
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