Make the Home Comfortable With a New Heater
A home’s heater lasts for around two decades, which comforts homeowners, knowing their home will be cozy for a long time. On the other hand, this long period can lull homeowners into a false sense of security about the longevity of their heating system. It can be shocking when the time comes to replace the heater. Wouldn’t it be better if homeowners were warned that their heater was failing so they could start planning for such a big financial decision?
Heaters often show signs of failure, and once they are noticed, the heater replacement process goes much more smoothly since they have time to prepare. Here are the top signs that it is time to prepare for a new heater installation.
An Aging Heater or Costly Repairs
Homeowners should have a pretty good idea of how old their heater is. Property owners can usually remember the year their last heater installation took place and count forward. If people haven’t occupied the home for two decades, they may be in the dark regarding the age of their heater. If this is the case, homeowners should determine their unit’s age by checking the heater’s label. The serial number can then be decoded online or with the maker to determine the exact age of the heater. The closer the heater is to 20 years old, the more likely it will need replacement.
Even if the heater is less than 20 years old, the cost of repairs is a good indication that heater replacement is needed. If high repair bills have mounted in the last few years, there is a good chance the total system will fail. New heater installation can stop repair bills and reset the clock on the heater.
High Utility Bills
Another source of high costs when it comes to home heating is the heater’s efficiency. Heating costs make up about 50% of a home’s utility bill in the winter, sometimes even higher. With energy prices continually climbing, homeowners must have an efficient heating system. Property owners can restore the efficiency naturally lost as a heater age by planning for heater replacement. They can also research energy-efficient heating systems to save more on utility bills during the winter.
Cold and Drafty Home
Heaters must be kept in good shape to keep the home comfortable. As the heater ages and repairs start to be necessary, homeowners may notice a loss of comfort. Airflow issues can make the home feel drafty and cold; worse, a total heating system failure can leave the home unprotected during winter.
Noticing these signs and making plans for heating replacement can help mitigate the potential dangers of a cold home during the winter. Homeowners should contact local experts for heater installation when the signs become apparent.
About Lambert Heating & Air Conditioning
Lambert Heating & Air Conditioning offers a no-surprise pricing guarantee on heater installation. Trusted technicians do the job right the first time, so homeowners don’t have to deal with the hassle of a poorly installed HVAC system. Call today for reliable heating installation services in Downey, CA.