To Repair or Replace Your Furnace?

Many problems can occur with the furnace in your Bend home. If your furnace starts making a strange sound, blowing out cold air, or malfunctioning in some other way, you’ll need a repair or replacement.

But sometimes, even if you can resolve the issue with a repair, it’s best to opt for a replacement instead.

Should I Repair or Replace My Furnace?

Deciding between repairing or replacing your furnace here in Oregon boils down to several factors, including:

• Repair and replacement costs: Be sure to consider the cost of repairing your current furnace and replacing it.
  
  If the cost to repair your furnace is half or more of the cost of a replacement, you’re better off putting the money towards a new system rather than repairing an older system that might not last much longer.

• Age and lifespan of your furnace: If your furnace is brand new or only a few years old, the cost to repair it is likely to be lower and more reasonable than the cost of a complete replacement. Plus, you won’t want to invest in another new system if you already replaced it recently.
  
  On the other hand, if your furnace is approaching 15 years or older and near the end of its expected service life, it’s better to opt for the replacement. The average service life for a well-maintained furnace is 15 to 20 years.
  
  Waiting to replace your aging system means another breakdown could occur. Then, you’ll be spending more money on repairs—and you’ll need to replace it soon anyway.

• Warranties on your current furnace: Do you have an existing warranty on your current furnace? If so, the issue may be covered. Otherwise, you’ll be responsible for the repair or replacement cost.
  
  At Diversified Heating & Cooling, we are here for you. We offer a ten-year parts and labor warranty on new systems. Replacing your system with a new model and full warranty will help ensure the smooth operation of your furnace for the next decade. You even have the option of extending the labor warranty.
  
  If any issues arise while your system is covered under warranty, you won’t have to worry about whether to repair or replace the system. Be sure to schedule routine maintenance services at least once each year to ensure the warranty remains valid.
  
• The efficiency of your current system compared to a newer model: Consider the efficiency of your current system. If you have an older system, it’s likely far less efficient than the newer, more energy-efficient models made today.
  
  In fact, newer systems offer up to 15 percent greater efficiency than conventional furnaces, according to ENERGY STAR^®. For greater efficiency and reduced monthly heating and cooling expenses, opt for a complete replacement.
  

Benefits of a New Furnace

Overall, the benefits of going with a new furnace include:

• Greater energy efficiency
• Lower energy expenses
• Warranty coverage
• Full service life
• Improved airflow
• Enhanced comfort
• Reduced carbon footprint

If your furnace is inefficient, approaching the end of its life expectancy, breaking down, costing too much to repair, and no longer under warranty, you’ll benefit more by investing in a brand new system.

Even if just one of these applies to you, replacing your old furnace may be best if you want to upgrade to a high-efficiency model.

On the other hand, if your system was replaced recently, is still covered under warranty, or has several years of its service life remaining, you may benefit more by opting for a repair.

Whether you decide to repair your furnace or replace it, be sure to speak with our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professionals. We can recommend the best course of action to take—it’s what we do!

Call Our Furnace Experts Today

When it comes to addressing the heating and cooling needs in your Bend, OR, home, our Diversified Heating & Cooling professionals are here for you. No issue is too big or too small. Just give our team of experts a call today at 541-323-1840 or request service online.