Nobody looks forward to the day that they have to replace their furnace. Sadly, it’s part of life, and the U.S. homeownership, and so is budgeting for a new furnace. So when that scary day comes, where do you start?
The cost of a new furnace will adjust depending on many factors, like the lifestyle and behaviors of people in the home. Health ailments may also mean you need air filtration systems, which also helps you decide which furnace is best for your home. Even interests can help determine which furnace is right for your family. Do you collect art or is someone a wine connoisseur? Humidity levels can impact the integrity of these items so you may have to include a whole-home humidifier in your heating and cooling system.
Another thing to consider is the home itself. How many windows are there and which direction do they face? What sort of insulation is currently in the home and how well does it trap air in your home? How new the ductwork is, the favored power (gas, solar, etc.), and even home design can affect which furnace is right for your family.
Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing will set-up a free consultation where they will go out to your home and evaluate your current set-up. The technician will go over your options with you and provide you a no-charge estimate on a new furnace installation determined by your home’s design and unique characteristics.
The next thing that will affect the price of your furnace is which contractor you select to perform the installation. One company may have the system you want at a lower cost, but proceed with caution and confirm that they are licensed, bonded, and insured given something should happen while they’re on your site. If a contractor who was not insured was injured on your property, you can actually be held liable.
All of these factors go into influencing how much a new heating and air conditioning system will cost, but let’s get down to the nitty gritty. We have a few estimates on the amount you can expect to pay determined by the sort of home you live in.
Ranch or Smaller House
No more than 2000 square feet and commonly one story
Average cost of an HVAC system: $6,000 – $15,000
With approved financing: $40 – $250 per month
Average Suburban Home
No more than 3500 square feet and usually 1-3 stories
Average cost of an HVAC system: $8,000 – $25,000
With approved financing: $100 – $500 per month
Luxury Home
Over 3500 square feet and various stories
Average cost of an HVACsystem: $18,000 – $60,000+
With approved financing: $250+ per month
Estimated pricing could vary depending on regional climate, personal habits, AC settings, system maintenance, and installation of equipment and duct system.
Replacing your furnace can sound like a huge undertaking, but Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing is here to help walk you through the process, discuss your options, and decide the best heating and air conditioning system for your home. The team at Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing is not only licensed, bonded, and insured, all our employees go through a thorough background check and drug test to make sure we’re sending dependable and trustworthy men and women into your home. We also provide a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee for 365 days so you can be confident in the work provided.
Though the investment cost can be nerve-wracking, we have wonderful financing options to help you get your new furnace installed sooner rather than later. Call 866-397-3787 today to set up your free in-home estimate.
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