Heater Installation Services

No one wants their heater to break during winter. The good news is your heater will usually let you know when it's about to give up the ghost, and here are a few signs that say you need to call a heating replacement specialist right away.

• LACK OF HEAT — Not getting heat doesn't always mean your heater is broken; it could be a circuit breaker or a loss of power. However, if you've checked and still have no heat, call a professional.
• STRANGE NOISES — If your heater makes grinding or squealing noises, it's a sure sign that something is wrong. A strange noise could be anything from a crack in the heat exchanger to a bad blower motor.
• RISE IN ENERGY BILLS — If you see a sudden rise in your energy bills, maybe your heater is to blame. As your heater ages, it becomes less efficient, which causes your energy bills to spike. Call a heating replacement expert for an assessment.

Getting a new heating installation is expensive and most people would like to avoid if possible. When a heater goes bad, it's common to want to repair it rather than spring for a new system. However, sometimes getting a new heater is financially better than continuing to repair it. Here are things to consider when weighing your options.

• FREQUENCY OF REPAIRS — If you're repairing your heater more and more often, then it's better for you financially to put that money towards a new system that's more reliable and will last longer.
• LACK OF EFFICIENCY — Today's heaters are efficient and can save you money year over year than heaters over 20 years old.
• REPAIR VS. REPLACE RATIO — If the cost of repairing your heater is 50% or more than the cost of a new heater, you're better off getting a new heater.

Your heater is like any appliance because it has a certain life expectancy. You can extend the life expectancy if you perform regular maintenance and don't use it heavily. However, a typical heater is expected to last 15-20. To make sure you get the most out of your heater, change the filters regularly and have a professional come in once a year to give it an overhaul and inspection.