Throughout the winter, your heating system runs frequently. Will it keep you warm when temperatures turn colder? If you struggled with heating problems in the past, you need to decide. Will you choose furnace repair or furnace replacement at your Gatlinburg, TN, home?
Consider the Furnace’s Age
How old is the furnace? Heating systems don’t last forever. If your system is 15-20 years old, furnace replacement is a cost-effective choice. Of course, people get more years out of their systems when they maintain them. A well-maintained system that needs a few repairs might work well for a year or two past its prime.
You Want a Furnace With Energy-Efficient Features
Today’s furnace’s feature technology that delivers high performance and efficiency. Older units don’t have these features, and you can’t make repairs to match them. If you want to increase your energy savings, replacing your old furnace with a new model is the way to go.
Your Furnace Smells During Operation
A smelly furnace isn’t always a problem, but you want to identify the source of the odor. Furnaces that emit a burning odor often have dirty burners that need a good cleaning. Yet, furnaces that put off a rotten egg smell have more serious issues. A cracked heat exchanger is the likely problem. Replace the furnace to prevent carbon monoxide from leaking into the home.
What’s Your Furnace Repair Budget?
Sometimes, the decision to repair or replace comes down to your budget. You don’t want to keep putting money into a failing furnace. But, if you don’t have the money for a new furnace, making repairs might get you more time to save for a new heating system.
Whether you repair or replace your furnace, seek the advice of professionals. To schedule furnace repair, replacement or for another service, call LB Chase Mechanical.
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