We’ve still got a bit of winter ahead of us here in Northeast Ohio, which means our furnaces still have some work ahead of them. However, if lately you’ve been wondering if your system is working as well and as efficiently as it should, you probably aren’t alone. Many of us put off a major home purchase like a new furnace until it’s absolutely necessary; in other words, not until the furnace has ceased working altogether. But, during the remaining chilly weeks of winter still ahead, there’s no reason to be cold and uncomfortable in your home!

Replacing Your Furnace – Has the Time Arrived?

Luckily, there are a few signs your furnace will give to let you know it’s on the way out. It’s time to consider replacing your furnace if you notice any of the following:

1. Frequent repairs. Replacing a part here and there is one thing, but when those repairs start becoming necessary more and more often, or the costs of the repairs are increasing, it’s time to replace your furnace. Keep in mind that if the cost of the repair is around one-third to half of the cost of an entire new system, it doesn’t make sense to keep paying for these types of major repairs.
2. An increase in your energy bills. Are your energy bills steadily increasing with each passing winter? While yes, the cost of gas or electricity does tend to increase a bit annually, it’s more like that your system is working harder than it should to continue to effectively heat your home.
3. Lots of noise. If every time your furnace clicks on you’re hearing clanking, humming, popping, rattling, or screeching sounds coming from the system, or any of these sounds have been getting progressively louder and louder, this is a telltale sign that your furnace has seen better days. While tightening or replacing some of the components may help initially, if the sounds keep recurring then it’s time to consider replacing your furnace.
4. Erratic temperatures. Maybe you’ve noticed that some rooms in your home seem might colder or warmer than others. This could mean your furnace is no longer evenly distributing heat throughout the house, and, you guessed it, it’s time to replace it.

Generally speaking, if your furnace is more than 15 years old, you’ll probably start to notice all of the above signs that it’s time to replace your furnace. The older it is, the more maintenance it will need on a regular basis.

If you need to replace your furnace in the near future, contact our team of professionals today! If you’re in the Cleveland area, give us a call at 216-663-6462.