Trusted Experts in Calgary Furnace Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
For all Calgarians, the furnace is the heart of the home. It’s what brings coziness to where we live, work, and play. And when a furnace stops working or needs replacement, the loss of that warmth and comfort is felt instantly. A home simply isn’t a home without a healthy, functioning furnace.
Fortunately, Hunter’s Heating and Cooling makes it easy to install, maintain, and repair furnaces in Calgary. We treat you with the respect and care that you deserve. That’s because we know how important your furnace is to you and your family.
Calgary Furnace Repair: When to Maintain or Replace Your Furnace
When a Calgary winter runs over 3 seasons a year, you need a Calgary furnace that’s Calgarian-tested and approved. But how do you know if your furnace is up to the task?
According to the Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI), these four factors will tell you if your furnace is working at its best (or its worst).
Age
Depending on your furnace’s brand, regular cleanings, and maintenance (at least every 2 years), a well-maintained furnace can last 20-40 years. Of course, if your furnace is old enough to vote (or to collect a pension), you should consider looking into the benefits of a newer and more efficient furnace. Newer models can save you money on your energy bill, increase comfort, and improve the air quality of your home.
Heat Distribution
If the heat in your home is uneven or some rooms are chillier than others, consider calling a trained furnace professional to have a look. To ensure maximum efficiency, a Hunter’s Heating & Cooling furnace expert can assess and adjust your furnace’s fan speed and gas pressure to help. Other times, you might need maintenance, repairs, or a complete furnace replacement.
Air Quality
A dysfunctional or broken furnace can make the air quality in your home much worse. If you struggle with allergies or asthma, or are noticing more irritants in your home’s air quality, remember that the health of your furnace also needs a check-up. Qualified furnace professionals can help you find ways to improve the air quality of your home.
Additionally, the ongoing maintenance of your furnace has never been so important. Safety switches need to be cleaned more than ever before - making most furnaces safer. Some brands can produce dangerous CO leaks in under 10 years if not well maintained.
Pilot Lights
If you see a pilot light inside your furnace, it’s generally time for a modern furnace upgrade. Older furnaces with a pilot light are considered “low-efficiency” and present a greater risk for carbon monoxide (CO) leaks. Current high-efficiency furnaces use electric starters (no pilot light necessary).
Common Furnace Problems
What is the Best Furnace?
The best furnace is the one that meets your needs and gets the job done. Here are some helpful factors to consider when looking for the best furnace:
The type, size, location and age of your home
Government rebates or other incentives
Available furnace manufacturer rebates or other incentives
Furnace brands/models that provide the best value for your budget
Furnace brands that stand behind their products with strong warranties and support
The advice of a trusted furnace expert
How to Find the Best Furnace and Heating Professionals in Calgary
The measure of a true furnace and heating professional is one that gives you complete honesty – nothing more and nothing less. As part of a regular tune-up, an honest and trustworthy furnace expert will provide you with the information needed to keep your furnace running for many years, including insight into the life expectancy of your furnace and how to get the most out of your heating system.
At Hunter’s Heating and Cooling, we’re in the business of knowing the ins-and-outs of major furnace brands, and we can provide you with the very best recommendations. We’ve installed thousands of furnaces across Calgary, and we stay on top of the latest developments and advancements in home heating technology.
We only work with dependable furnace brands, and with manufacturers who stand behind their products. It’s our way of ensuring you get the most reliable, long-term heating solution possible.
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