Is Your Furnace Ready for Winter?
By Guest Blogger Marissa Joyce, Gwyn Services
Are you worried about your aging furnace making it through another cold winter? Do you find yourself looking at your mounting electricity bills and wondering how high they are going to go? As a homeowner, it’s important to stay prepared, especially when it comes to the most expensive components of your home. No one wants a furnace breakdown during a cold snap or a holiday gathering. Keep reading below to see the top indicators that your HVAC system is headed for a breakdown. OR, take one thing off your mental to-do list and take advantage of the best prices of 2023 during the American Standard Sales Event! This autumn, you can save up to $2250 off a new HVAC system for your home by taking advantage of Gwyn Services’ competitive pricing.
Easily one of the most expensive systems in your home, your HVAC system can cost you time, comfort, and {lots} of money. There are many advantages of installing a new furnace in your home ahead of the winter weather- Did you know that, on average, a home’s climate control system consumes 46% of your monthly energy bill? A new HVAC system can improve your home’s energy efficiency by up to 58%- which can add up to considerable monthly savings. New systems are also easier to maintain and require fewer repairs, which allows you more time, less stress, and the assurance of comfort when extreme weather hits.
Top Warning Signs of a Failing Furnace
Age of your Furnace
Unfortunately, nothing lasts forever, and the average lifespan of even a well-maintained furnace is around 15 years. Keeping track of the age of your HVAC system, and preparing for eventual replacement can help you save time and money in the long run. Regular tuneups and maintenance also can extend the life and efficiency of your climate control system.
Lack of Heat and Warmth
While this seems like an obvious sign, if you are noticing that your home isn’t as cool or as warm as the thermostat indicates, if you notice drafts, or if it seems like your HVAC is running for longer periods of time without noticeable temperature change, it’s definitely time to book a tune-up.
Strange Noises
While any HVAC system makes some noise (think a quiet hum) you should never hear knocking, banging, or a loud whirring coming from your furnace or ducts. Any change in the noises your system makes can be a warning sign of trouble to come.
Increase in Energy Costs/Consumption
While older systems do lose efficiency over time, a sudden surge in power usage is a definite sign of trouble. If your power bills have jumped- or are steadily climbing- this may be a red flag.
What to Do About It
This fall, September 15- November 15, you can get the best prices of 2023 on an HVAC system replacement. The American Standard Sales Event is offering an instant rebate of up to $600 on a new climate control system, and Gwyn Services is MATCHING the instant rebate- doubling your savings! Plus, here at Gwyn, we work each and every day to find all the savings we can for our customers- looking at rebates and credits from Duke Energy, Piedmont Natural Gas, and the Inflation Reduction Act. This means that right now, you can save up to $2250 off of your new climate control system, as well as saving money on energy and repairs!
Want to learn more? Our Comfort Consultant Terrell Robinson is eager to help you find the right system for your home at a price that fits your budget. Gwyn Services is known throughout the Piedmont Triad for our customer service, expertise, and reasonable prices! Try us out today and see the difference! (336) 774-1818
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