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IS IT TIME TO REPLACE THAT OLD FURNACE? | Solar Panels, Battery Storage, Roofing, HVAC

If you feel a bit chilly inside your home this winter, even though your thermostat is turned up, it is a sign that your furnace is malfunctioning, and you may need Heating and Air Conditioning service in Murrieta.

If the gas furnace in your house is old, like over 20 or more years, and it is still chugging along, you may not think it needs to be replaced. 

Now the average lifespan of heating and cooling is about 10 to 15 years, and parts for the older models are difficult to find or not available at all. But today’s Heating and Air Conditioning is so much safer and efficient that it is worth looking into the furnaces available on the market in modern times, they have higher standards.

Semper Solaris has got you covered. We are the specialists for the repair and replacement of Heating and Air Conditioning installations in Murrieta. Our furnaces are build to the highest standards and come from the top manufacturers. We offer comprehensive inspections and diagnose the problem to see if repairs will do the trick or if you are looking at replacing either your furnace or the whole Heating and Air Conditioning system. 

How Does A Furnace Work?

Natural gas runs in from the main gas line to the house. Gas pipes run throughout the home for use in furnaces, water heaters, stoves, and gas dryers. Furnaces burn fuel in a combustion chamber to produce heat.

 When the thermostat signals for the furnace to start heating, a pilot light ignites the fire while a blower fan forces the air through an air exchanger, ductwork, and into the rooms of the home.

Older furnaces were stand-alone, used for heat in the home before modern Heating and Air Conditioning came on the scene. And although gas furnaces still use combustion to create heat, times have changed, and new technology makes furnaces safer and more efficient. If your furnace is older and outdated, you may not know when it is malfunctioning in dangerous ways.

Signs Of Faulty Furnace

It is important to pay attention to when your furnace is not heating your home properly. It means there is a problem that could be serious and could lead to dangerous gases leaking into the air.  

  • Frequent repairs
  • Higher than usual utility bills
  • Pilot won’t light
  • Smell of Gas
  • No heat
  • Unfamiliar noises
  • Uneven temperatures

Carbon monoxide poisoning is deadly, and a defective furnace can produce this odorless gas that strikes without warning. Watch for signs that indicate Carbon Monoxide in the air.

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Shortness of breath
  • Confusion
  • blurred vision
  • Chest pain
  • Drowsiness
  • Fainting
  • Loss of consciousness

Removing Your Old Furnace in Murrieta

The technology for older furnaces was quite different from today’s furnaces. The furnace is open to outside air that mixes with the gas. The excess, poisonous gas funnels into pipes and through the roof to the outside. The older homes had duct systems that were wrapped with asbestos, a dangerous substance that can cause respiratory disease when inhaled. 

If your air ducts have asbestos wrapping, it will have to be removed before they are replaced, and your new furnace is installed. The process of removing the asbestos will require a team outside your Heating and Air Conditioning company that specializes in asbestos removal, or asbestos abatement.

Your Heating and Air Conditioning company will likely have a company they hire to do this job. But it must be done before any work can start on your Heating and Air Conditioning system.  

Installing A New Furnace

Depending on the age of your equipment and how it operates, there may need to be some minor construction. Furnace units are smaller now, and the older systems were open to the outside. Today’s systems are closed, so there is no need for the furnace to be open to the outdoor air. 

Whether you plan to replace your furnace only or add central air conditioning, the upgrade will not only save you money; it will make your home much more livable. You will feel the difference in air quality and comfort. And it will be less costly to run due to the improvements made over the past decade.

Semper Solaris is the best Heating and Air Conditioning company in Murrieta to help you find the proper heating solutions for your house. With our many options, we will select the right furnace for your home. If you decide to replace the whole system, we have the best products and installation services.

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