A new furnace installation produces clean, warm air for your home more efficiently than an older model. Some new furnaces come with smart thermostat technology that gives you control over your thermostat with a smartphone app. Our team at Mr. Furnace will help you select a model that matches your energy-efficiency and technology-integration goals. Here's more information about why new furnaces are more efficient:
How Are New Furnaces More Energy Efficient?
New furnaces may have a 90% or higher annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) rate. This rating is a measurement of how efficiently your home's furnace can convert fuel into usable energy. A higher rating means the unit is more energy efficient. Older furnaces, such as gas units twenty years or older, typically have an AFUE rating of around 55% to 70%.
A furnace installation service involves integrating technology by modulating gas valves to meet your heating needs while conserving energy. Variable blowers allow warm air to circulate around your home according to a smart thermostat’s settings. To enhance your energy savings, you can program your thermostat to maintain a specific temperature in your home during peak hours of the day. With these advanced features, you will have better control over your furnace’s output than you would with an older, standard model.
What Kinds of Efficient Furnaces Are There?
At Mr. Furnace, we carry a variety of trusted makes and models of HVAC systems, including Thermo-Pride and Lennox. We are also certified as Trane Comfort Specialists, which means that we meet Trane’s strict standards for providing quality service each year. Trane furnaces provide 90% or higher AFUE ratings. The high-efficiency XC95m model offers ninety-seven percent AFUE, which is a nearly one-to-one ratio of fuel consumption to heating ability. Add Trane's CleanEffect™ package to your new heating system to increase your home’s air filtration. This addition removes allergens like dust and pollen from the air while providing comfortable heating. Using specialized filters may improve your furnace’s ability to conserve energy.
For homes without a ducted system or where the central HVAC system is already at capacity, we offer mini-split units. These units have an outdoor condenser and an indoor evaporator mounted on the wall. They can fit inside garages, workshops, or home expansions to improve the comfort of indoor areas. You can use your smartphone to control the split unit’s heating and cooling capabilities.
When Should I Replace My Old Furnace?
We recommend replacing your furnace if it is 15 years or older. Older models experience wear and tear during heating cycles, which degrades the metal over time. Cracks may begin to form, allowing gas and carbon monoxide to leak into your home. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless gas that can be dangerous for you and your family. Place carbon monoxide detectors in the same room as your furnace to stay notified of any gas leaks.
If you’re unsure whether your old unit needs to be replaced, our experienced service members will assess your current HVAC system. Replacement consultations are free and may include more details about your system's AFUE rating. This data will allow you to make an informed decision regarding furnace replacements and repairs.
What Should I Expect From a Furnace Replacement?
Replacing your existing furnace takes between four to eight hours. During your furnace replacement service, we will examine and repair damaged connections and fuel supply lines. Once your new furnace is in place, you can schedule routine maintenance with one of our knowledgeable technicians bi-annually. The late summer and fall months are good times for furnace inspections, as this is when you're preparing to transition your HVAC system from cooling to heating.
Schedule a New Furnace Installation
At Mr. Furnace, we provide HVAC system installation and maintenance services in Michigan. We are available for 24-hour emergency services for both residential and commercial properties to make sure your indoor spaces stay comfortable. Contact us today to schedule your free estimate for furnace replacement.
