(BPT) – A properly functioning HVAC system is crucial to ensure a warm, comfortable home this winter. For homeowners with an older heating system, the question of repair or replace is often top of mind as the temperatures drop.<\/p>\n
Arriving at the right answer for your home often requires the support of a trained HVAC contractor. But there are several questions you can ask as you consider the reliability of your aging home comfort system.<\/p>\n
No one wants to be left in the cold this winter — or left with an empty wallet. The heating and cooling experts at YORK®<\/sup><\/a> offer these guidelines to help homeowners evaluate their options and find out which is the best long-term value for you.<\/p>\n When you can still repair<\/strong><\/p>\n There may be instances when replacing the heating system isn’t necessary. Some indications that your system may be worth repairing can include:<\/p>\n When it’s time to replace<\/strong><\/p>\n It can be much easier to recognize signs that it’s time to replace a worn-out heating system, including:<\/p>\n Replacing a heating system<\/strong><\/p>\n Many homeowners are surprised to learn a new heating system can improve the comfort of their home and help save significant money on utility costs over the long run. Heat pumps, in particular, are a smart choice for many homeowners — even if a gas furnace is currently in place. Today’s high-efficiency heat pumps use less electricity to cut heating costs and are very efficient even in cold climates. For example, the YORK®<\/sup> HH8 Side-Discharge Heat Pump<\/a> can reduce the average energy bill by as much as 50% compared to less efficient HVAC systems. Plus, the YORK®<\/sup> HH8 heat pump is equipped with variable speed technology that allows it to precisely match desired temperature settings and provide a more comfortable home.<\/p>\n\n
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