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The majority of U.S. households use gas furnaces. However, there are still many homes with oil burning furnaces as well. Furnace technology has come a long way in the past twenty years. A good gas furnace used to have a rating of 60%-80%. This means that 20% to 40% of the heat was wasted! 60% to 80% of the energy was used to heat your home. The remainder was going up the chimney!
Today’s furnaces are much more efficient. Now, 90% efficiency is the standard when installing a new furnace. The ratings go higher, too. You can find furnaces that are up to 95% efficient! That’s good for your heating bill and good for the planet.
How long does a furnace last?
A furnace that is well-maintained will last 15 to 20 years. After that, it may start to act up and have problems. One of the most common problems that occur with a furnace is a cracked heat exchanger. The heat exchanger takes the heat that is produced by burning natural gas or oil and transfers it to the ductwork and throughout the home. In the case of a forced air unit the blower motor failing is extremely common.
Gas Furnace Costs
With materials and labor, you can expect to spend $2,500 to $5,000 to install a new gas furnace or replace an old furnace. On average, it will cost $3,000. That includes the price of the unit and labor. Naturally, the amount that you spend will go up if you want the best unit money can buy or have an exceptionally large space to heat (and, therefore, need a very powerful unit). Here is list of high rated gas furnaces.
Oil Furnace PricesThe cost for an oil burning furnace is similar to the gas furnace prices. It will cost $3,000 to $6,500 for an oil burning furnace. Those prices include installation.
Gas furnace vs. Oil furnace
The price of running an oil burning furnace is much greater than the cost of running a gas furnace. The cost of oil is much higher than the cost of natural gas in the current market. Therefore, if you have a choice to install either, it is wise to purchase unit that runs off of gas. Some people have preexisting setups, in which case, sticking with an oil furnace may be the only option.
Furnace Installation Cost
It will cost roughly $700 to $1,000 for furnace installation. The job can easily cost more as the job becomes more complex. That is simply the cost for a basic installation with no complications that will make it more difficult and time consuming for your HVAC service.
How do I know if I need a new furnace?
A furnace can malfunction for a variety of reasons. One of the most common and inexpensive fixes is a thermocouple breaking. It could be that or it could be the heat exchanger, in which case you’ll need to replace the entire unit. You won’t know until you call someone.
Can I replace a thermocouple myself or service my burner myself?
No! You could blow yourself up! Important: Do not try to service your burner yourself. That would be foolish. Perhaps your pilot is not staying lit. Maybe all you need to do is replace a thermocouple. It’s a quick fix for a professional and the part only costs $10. However, to hire a professional it will cost $100 to $150. I saw this video on YouTube and also read some home improvement articles saying it can be a do-it-yourself project. It’s not, folks. It just isn’t. My thermocouple was attached to the gas line. When I tried to replace it, gas leaked. It wasn’t long before the smell of gas was everywhere. I endangered my life and my house. That’s why, when it comes and gas I’m connect with a professional.
Who repairs burners? Many plumbers can fix, service, and replace burners. For structural work you will need to refer to professional HVAC service. It depends on what the job involves. It’s best to get multiple people to look at the burner to verify the results of one company, unless they’re in the family. One company could tell you that you need to replace the furnace while another could tell you need to replace a $10 part and the visit will cost $150, versus $3,000 to replace the entire unit. Protect yourself with multiple quotes.
