On those cold days, you depend on your furnace to keep your Orange County home or business comfortable. If your furnace is beginning to fail and reach the end of its lifespan, Tropical Heating & Air is here for all your furnace installation needs. We’ll meet with you to discuss your heating needs and make a system recommendation. Regardless of whether you are choosing a furnace for a home being newly-constructed or merely replacing an existing unit at home, our trained HVAC professionals will ensure that the furnace installation goes smoothly from start to finish. Reach out today.
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Homeowners today can choose from a variety of furnaces. Electric, gas, and oil furnaces are the most common types of heating available today, but they are far from the only kinds. If your home lacks built-in ductwork, you’ll need a heat pump, boiler, fireplace, wood stove, or pellet stove to heat your home in the winter. All of these units have different maintenance needs, heating abilities, and operating costs. Our team can help you with the furnace installation process from start to finish.
Here are some of the common furnace types we work with:
Electric furnaces use electricity and electric heating components to warm the air. Then a blower is used by the heater to blast the air through the ductwork and through the vents into individual rooms. Electric furnaces are generally smaller and less expensive in terms of output than other devices, but they may cost more to run depending on the electricity price in your area.
Furnaces that run on natural gas get their gas from a municipal pipeline. That gas is ignited in the burner and becomes combustion gas. This process makes the air hot as it passes through the furnace. Similar to electric furnaces, gas furnace units use HVAC ducts to move warm air through the house. Depending upon your local utility prices, you may find that a gas furnace is less expensive to operate than an electric one. They require more maintenance work than an electric furnace, but they can also last ten years longer if they are well-maintained.
Oil furnaces are an alternative to gas furnaces for homes that do not have access to a supply of gas. This type of furnace has less efficiency compared to the gas type, which can cause a higher total heating bill throughout the year.
All furnaces wear out over time, usually lasting about 15–20 years. Even with good maintenance, efficiency drops as a unit ages, and at some point, installing a new furnace is the smarter choice. Our HVAC professionals can assess your home, take measurements, and recommend the right size and type of furnace for the best comfort and efficiency.
Furnaces around 20 years old are nearing the end of their lifespan. Even well-maintained units eventually lose efficiency and cost more to run than they’re worth.
If you’re calling for service often, those costs add up quickly. A new furnace can eliminate the cycle of breakdowns and ongoing repair bills.
Odors, banging, squealing, or popping sounds when the furnace kicks on are warning signs of serious wear or damage.
If some rooms stay cold while others overheat, or the system struggles to keep the whole house comfortable, it may be time to install a new furnace.
A yellow or red flame on a gas furnace, condensation on windows, or flu-like symptoms in family members can all point to a carbon monoxide leak. This is a serious hazard that requires immediate attention and usually replacement.
A professional will take measurements of your home, including square footage, insulation levels, and ductwork, to calculate the right furnace size. Installing the proper size is important. A too small furnace won’t heat your home effectively, and a too large furnace will waste energy.
Most furnace installations can be completed in one day, typically between 4 to 8 hours. The timeline can vary depending on the complexity of the system and whether new ductwork or modifications are needed.
Clear the area around your old furnace so the technician has easy access. Move any furniture or storage items that may be in the way, and make sure pets and children are in a safe spot while work is being done.
Yes. Newer furnace models are much more energy-efficient than older units. By upgrading, most homeowners notice lower heating costs, more consistent comfort, and fewer repair bills.
Many homeowners choose to replace in the fall before the coldest weather arrives. However, if your furnace is failing, it’s best to replace it as soon as possible to avoid an unexpected breakdown during the winter.
