Why does a furnace increase your energy bills after 15-20 years?
By investing in a newer furnace now, it may save you money later. Typically, new furnaces operate at 95% energy efficiency or better. You can expect to see drastic decreases in energy bills. Your home will also feel more comfortable.
On the other hand, your older models may only be working at 60% to 80% efficiency, meaning a lot of your heated air may be escaping straight out of your home.
Are there safety concerns for your family having an older furnace?
Carbon monoxide is one of the biggest safety concerns with an aging furnace, and it is very difficult to detect due to being an odourless and colourless gas. A note to remember is that symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include drowsiness and/or feeling sick.
It is always a good idea to have a carbon monoxide monitor installed in your home if you don’t have one. Also, if you have one, please remember to replace your batteries annually.
Another issue with older furnaces is they are lacking safety features. These safety features detect issues and then, in turn, automatically turn off your furnace when a problem is detected.
This allows you the comfort of having a warm home all winter and the ability to avoid long wait lines for having your furnace repaired or replaced.
Finally, the city of Calgary has an action plan to follow if a home has carbon monoxide alarms going off. You need to take it seriously and evacuate your home or space immediately. You need to call 911 once you have evacuated your home and are in a safe space, and follow the directions of the professionals. You need to not enter your home till the professional declares your home is safe. This action plan can save lives.
Calgary Action Plan
- Step 1: Evacuate the Building Immediately
- Step 2: Move to Your Outdoor Meeting Place
- Step 3: Call 9-1-1 from a Safe Location
- Step 4: Stay Out and Wait for First Responders
Will my furnace be able to run all winter long?
Calgary winters are known for their very cold and unforgiving temperatures. As your furnace becomes older, breakdowns typically happen more often, and the parts are often more difficult to find or replace. This often leads to more expensive repair bills. Often, colder temperatures lead to breakdowns due to the stress on the already aged components, and you are often left with no heat during our coldest time of the year.
This will give you peace of mind throughout the cold winter. Your service technician will be able to guide you on whether your furnace is able to make it through the winter.
What are the reasons why an older furnace costs you more during the winter?
Repair bills on older units add up and cost homeowners lots of money. With an older furnace, you will also see higher utility bills due to lower furnace efficiency. We often see increased and frequent calls for furnace repair in Calgary from our customers who have older furnaces.
What makes The Gentlemen Pros the right choice for you?
We are the right choice because of our licensed and trained technicians. The Gentlemen Pros are able to find problems quickly and efficiently and guide you to the best choice for your home as well as your pocketbook. There is never a worry about any hidden costs due to having upfront pricing. Our technician will review all your options and find the best price to fix your problem. This will give you peace of mind and free you from a later surprise.
Our furnace installation in Calgary has a 12-year parts and labour warranty. We also offer our customers a one-year complimentary membership with “The Gentlemen’s Promise”. The Gentlemen’s Promise ensures you are pleased with how your furnace is running and that everything is in working order. During the assessment, we do a 42-point furnace inspection, plus a full in-home plumbing inspection, and a sewer line camera inspection.
This is the ultimate peace of mind, and you will have one less thing to worry about all winter long.