If your furnace isn’t working as it should, it may be time to replace your heating system. An older model is less energy efficient and this is causing your heating costs to be more expensive. Read the guide below for more information when you need to update your heating in Plainville.
Variable Speed
Purchasing a variable speed furnace helps to control the energy use in your home and lowers your electric bill. Variable speed means that your furnace runs more when it’s colder outside and it runs less when the temperatures aren’t freezing cold. This feature will keep your furnace from running at full speed all the time. In addition to energy savings, your furnace will last longer because there’s less wear on the unit. This type of furnace also runs quieter, so you probably won’t even know when your furnace is running.
Programmable Thermostat
When your new furnace has a programmable thermostat, you can set it at a lower temperature when you’re not at home and during the night when you sleep. Just by lowering your thermostat a couple of degrees will drastically reduce its energy consumption.
Warranty
When you purchase a new furnace, it will have a warranty from the manufacturer for a replacement of parts if needed. For lasting protection on the cost of new parts, purchase a furnace that has at least a 20 year warranty. Some manufacturers offer a longer warranty for specific parts and some components may not be covered at all in the warranty. Be sure to read the warranty carefully so you’ll know exactly which parts of your furnace are covered.
Helpful Home Tips
To help increase the efficiency of your heating in Plainville, there are some steps that you can take to make your home more energy efficient too. Seal any cracks around your windows that are allowing cold air to come into your home. If your home isn’t insulated very well, adding insulation in your attic will also help to keep your house warmer.
Instant Response Plumbing and Heating, Inc. will provide professional service for your plumbing problems and for bathroom remodeling. They also repair and install heaters, air conditioning systems, water heaters and well pumps.
