Ah, a beautiful Louisiana autumn. It’s such a gorgeous time of year. Finally, the heat has let up, and we can enjoy ourselves outdoors in golden light and crisp breezes! But don’t forget, autumn doesn’t last long, and pretty soon, you’ll be waking up very chilly one morning and hoping your heating system will still work. And what if it doesn’t?
If you’ve got an old heating system, and it needs to be repaired, and cold weather is coming fast, you’ve got a big decision to make. Should you repair that old heating system? Or would that be a waste of money? Should you just move on, and replace it with a new system? Here’s how to choose.
Repair Your Heating System If…
Age is a major factor here. While different systems have different lifespans—a gas or electric furnace around fifteen years—no system lasts forever. But if you’ve got a relatively youthful heating system, it’s much more likely to be worth repairing, even if the repair is quite costly. It could keep you cozy for many winters to come!
Condition is also extremely important. A heating system that gets regular maintenance will last much longer than one that doesn’t. If you’ve been consistent about having maintenance done, it’s almost as though you’ve got a heating system that’s “young” for its age.
What about other signs of deterioration? Over time, with wear and tear, a heating system will encounter more struggles. But if you find that your furnace still keeps your home evenly cozy, your utility bills haven’t had major unexplained increases, and heating repair needs are pretty rare, then you’ve got a system that’s still worth investing in. Furnace repair in Swartz, LA is a good plan.
Replace Your Heating System If…
We’ll begin with age again. Once a heating system starts to get close to its full life expectancy, you can be sure that no matter how much money you spend on repairs, you won’t be getting many more cozy winters from it. A very inexpensive, quick fix might be a reasonable choice, but if the repair is costly, you’d be better off replacing the system with one that will last you a long time.
If you’re not sure whether the furnace is too old or the repair it needs is too expensive, consider the other factors. If maintenance has been inconsistent or lacking, consider the furnace to be “older” than its actual age. If repair needs come up frequently, or if even maintenance can’t keep the system working well so that your home is warm and your bills don’t creep upward, replacement is the better choice.
Don’t Neglect Heating System Service
Whether you’re sticking with your older system or buying a new one, don’t forget to schedule routine maintenance every single year. And if you do notice a problem, get it repaired right away. It’s very easy for a minor heating system issue to turn into a huge problem or total breakdown if you keep running the system without getting repairs. Do right by your furnace and it will do right by you!
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