Before your furnace reaches 15 or 20 years old (or 30 years old in the case of some electric furnaces), it’ll likely throw out signs that it’s no longer running as efficiently as before. Residents of Austin, TX, can look for three signs of an inefficient furnace this winter and decide from there whether to fix or replace it.
1. Frequent Breakdowns
Even the newest, most up-to-date furnace will require repairs once in a while, even if it gets professional maintenance every year, but anyone can tell when the breakdowns become a little too frequent. After two or three repairs in a single winter, you’ll want to consult a professional about whether future repairs will be worth it.
2. Unsatisfactory Performance
After fixing it, you may still experience cold spots in some rooms, abnormally short cycles, and an overall lack of warm air. If the furnace struggles like that to reach the temperature set on your thermostat, then this should raise a red flag. You shouldn’t face a freezing winter with an aging, worn furnace.
3. Unusually High Bills
A spike in the energy bill can point to a gas leak, poor insulation, or a furnace with a low Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) rating. Find out your furnace’s rating; the most efficient systems have an AFUE rating of 90% or higher, which means that only 10% of the generated heat gets lost to the outside air.
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