Let’s face it—there’s never a good time for the heat to go out in your North Carolina  home. You certainly don’t want to wait until your heating system stops working for you to realize you need a replacement!

Furnaces are not designed to last forever, so it’s helpful to know when you should be replacing it. But how exactly will you know when it’s time?

You may need to replace the furnace in your Charlotte home if any of the signs below are applicable to you. If something rings true, reach out to our All City Heat & Air  furnace experts today to discuss all of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) options.

Even if you have properly maintained your furnace, it’s only designed to last so long. In fact, ENERGY STAR ^® recommends replacing your furnace if it is greater than 15 years old.

If your furnace is near the end of its life span, it’s typically best to replace it sooner rather than later. Otherwise you may end up paying more in repairs over time, and eventually you will still need to buy that new furnace anyway.

Your furnace should not need to be repaired more than once a year. Ideally, you should not have to repair it, as long you have regular professional maintenance performed as needed.

Unfortunately, repairs can become more common as your furnace ages. This could be increasingly expensive, so if a repair costs at least half the amount of a replacement, you may want to consider  buying a new furnace instead.

Our All City Heat & Air furnace experts are happy to answer all of your questions on repairing and replacing your furnace. We want to help you make the best decision for your comfort and needs.

Have you noticed an increase in your utility bill? This could indicate you are due for a new furnace.

While newer HVAC systems boast of energy efficiency, older systems are hardly comparable. Even if you don’t notice higher utility expenses, making the switch to a newer system could help you reduce your energy costs.

While dust particles can appear in your North Carolina home no matter how much or often you clean, seeing more dust than usual could signify a problem. You may need to replace or clean your air filter, but if it’s in good condition, then your furnace may not be removing excess in the air or functioning well.

It seems like an obvious sign, but if your furnace is not warming your Charlotte home enough, it may be time for a new one. However, it could also be a sign of an air leak or issue with the thermostat.

This is why you should reach out to one of our All City Heat & Air professionals. We have your best interest in mind and can quickly determine the issue with your furnace.

If you have noticed at least one or more of the above signs, it could be time for a new furnace. Our All City Heat & Air  professionals would be happy to go over all of the HVAC options available to you in Charlotte, NC. Upgrade to a new HVAC system by calling our heating and cooling experts at 704-545-2000  or request service online today.

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