{"id":1654,"date":"2023-01-09T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-09T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fulmerheatcool.com\/blog\/?p=1654"},"modified":"2025-02-18T12:43:02","modified_gmt":"2025-02-18T17:43:02","slug":"3-things-to-consider-before-purchasing-a-new-furnace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fulmerheatcool.com\/blog\/heating-service\/3-things-to-consider-before-purchasing-a-new-furnace\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Things to Consider Before Purchasing a New Furnace"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Furnaces are the choice for heating in about 60% of homes across the US. If you have a furnace for heating your Columbia, SC<\/a> home, you\u2019re probably aware of the many benefits that come with furnaces. You\u2019re happy with your choice for heating your home and plan on purchasing another furnace when yours is due for replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what factors should you take into consideration when it\u2019s time to buy a new furnace? Although this might not be a priority in the immediate future, it\u2019s smart to know what will influence your decision when you\u2019re ready to buy. Here are three things to consider when it\u2019s time for furnace replacement. If you\u2019re still deciding between repairs or a full upgrade, check out this guide on whether to fix your old furnace or switch to a heat pump<\/a> to help make the best choice for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Choose Gas or Electric<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have an electric furnace, perhaps you\u2019ve been wondering if you should switch to a gas model when it\u2019s time to upgrade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gas furnaces<\/strong> are some of the most affordable and efficient heating systems available on the market today. If having a natural gas pipeline installed for your new furnace is possible in your home, it\u2019s something to consider. Natural gas is more affordable than electricity. It\u2019s also clean burning so it\u2019s an eco-friendly option that some homeowners find highly appealing. And although natural gas piping can be an expensive investment, it can be used to power other appliances in your home such as an oven, clothes dryer, and water heater. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Electric furnaces<\/strong> have their advantages, too. The upfront cost of an electric furnace is cheaper than that of a gas furnace so if you\u2019re on a budget, electric could be the better option. An advantage to electric furnaces in our mild winter climate is that they work incredibly efficiently when huge demands aren\u2019t placed on them. You shouldn\u2019t have to worry about huge electricity bills like those incurred by our neighbors to the north. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Choose the Right Size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This will be a major factor to consider when it comes to your next furnace installation. A heating system needs to be the right size to fit the needs of your home and your family. Choosing the same size as your existing furnace might be the easiest choice, but it isn\u2019t necessarily the best choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, bigger isn\u2019t always better. Some homeowners think that installing a larger furnace will result in more reliability and greater comfort, but this isn\u2019t necessarily true. This is why it\u2019s so important to choose a professional when it comes time to install or replace your heating system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s more, homeowners have never had so many options when it comes to furnaces as they do now! We\u2019ll review your home\u2019s and family\u2019s needs and then go over the different heating options that are available. f you\u2019re interested in exploring other heating solutions, check out your options for a new heater<\/a> to find the best fit for your home. We can ensure that you have the right heating system for your home<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Choose Professional Installation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a sobering statistic you should keep in mind when it\u2019s time to buy a new furnace: Even if a furnace is the correct size for your home, if it\u2019s improperly installed the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)\u00a0 estimates you could forfeit up to 30% of your energy efficiency. That\u2019s why it\u2019s imperative to choose a professional HVAC company when choosing and installing a new furnace.\u00a0If you’re thinking about replacing your heating system soon, consider these key factors before making your purchase<\/a> to ensure you make the right investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The pros from Fulmer Heating & Cooling are here for all of your heating needs in Columbia, SC! Contact the team at Fulmer Heating & Cooling <\/a>to schedule your furnace installation.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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