Replacing your heating system can put a huge dent in your home improvement budget. Even if you hear loud noises at night or detect an unfamiliar smell, you might think twice about spending the money required to put in a new HVAC system.
What to Consider When Replacing Your Heating System?
The highly-rated HVAC professionals at Accurate Baker Elman want you to know about five important reasons for replacing your heating system.
Safety First
HVAC systems go through similar life cycles. When they move beyond the standard life span of around 15 years, the systems can pose safety issues that range from carbon monoxide emissions to the threat of an electrical fire. You should know the manufacturer’s recommended life span for your HVAC system. If you have reached the end of the system’s life cycle, the time has come to consult with one of our licensed HVAC experts for replacing your heating system.
A More Comfortable Home
Heating and cooling units are installed for several reasons, but comfort sits at the top of the list of priorities. When the temperature drops below freezing, your heating system has to produce warm air to ensure optimal comfort. The first sign that you might need to replace your heating system is the system fails to deliver warm enough air.
Enhanced Air Quality
One of the most important functions of a high-performance heating system is to produce clean indoor air. Older HVAC systems tend to provide weak ventilation and unacceptable humidity levels. They also do a poor job of filtering unhealthy air particles out of the air. The development of respiratory issues that require medical care can far outweigh the cost of replacing your heating system.
Increase the Value of Your Home
Although there are dozens of factors that determine whether someone buys a home, one of the most important factors is the condition of the heating system. By replacing your heating system, you increase the resale value of your home. Even if you don’t plan to put your home on the market in the near future, look at replacing your heating system as a home improvement project that gives you a high return on your investment.
Installation of a Smart Heating System
Smart home technology optimizes the efficiency and performance of home heating systems. If your system appears to be in good condition, you should still consider replacing it with a smart heating system that you can control from thousands of miles away. All you need is a smart app to ensure your heating system operates at peak performance.
How to Hire the Right Contractor
Develop a shortlist of the bonded, licensed, and insured HVAC heating contractors in your city, and then schedule an appointment with each one to inspect your heating system. Make sure you see proof of an HVAC license, as well as insurance. Collect each dated estimate to compare offers. Every HVAC estimate should include the following information.
- Project start and finish dates
- Itemized list of tasks
- Brand name of the new HVAC system
- Labor costs
- Material costs
- Removal costs
- Cleanup costs
- Warranty
Contact Accurate Baker Elman today to learn more about replacing your heating system. You can reach us by phone at (508) 507-6063 or by submitting the short Contact form.
