What to Consider

When should you replace your furnace or air conditioner?

Most old systems use too much energy, making them less cost efficient than newer equipment. Naturally, though, you’re not going to be in a hurry to replace equipment that’s still working well.

The best rule of thumb is to think of it like your car - when maintenance and repair costs start to go up, it’s time for a new model.

How much can you save on gas and hydro?

When you’re choosing new equipment, it’s important to get accurate information. There are major differences in mid and high efficiency furnaces and air conditioners in terms of life spans and potential savings in gas and hydro costs. You should be aware that the efficiency ratings you see on heating equipment reflect only gas or oil consumption – not electricity consumption. Yet your furnace is second only to your refrigerator as the biggest user of electricity in your home.

How good is the air quality in your home?

Many illnesses are either caused by, or aggravated by, poor indoor air quality. Few people realize that the single most critical factor in improving air quality in your home is controlling humidity. Your A1Home Comfort Specialist can now offer you an extremely accurate diagnostic test that will tell you everything you need to know about the air quality in your home along with specific recommendations on how to improve it.

“Going green” makes sense

It makes sense to anticipate increasingly stringent government standards when you invest in new equipment.

A high efficiency condensing furnace will substantially reduce the polluting gases released by even a mid-efficiency furnace. The older or less efficient your old furnace, the more dramatic the reduction will be.

The combination of a condensing furnace and an air conditioning unit with a high SEER rating will significantly reduce the amount of energy your home uses.

You’re actually saving money while you help protect the environment.