Furnace Replacement and Installation
Providing Furnace Replacement Services in Hamilton Since 1955
Can you imagine living in the Hamilton area without a functioning furnace? It’s not a pleasant thought, is it? Unfortunately, if your furnace is over 10 years old, it might be something you experience soon. Like anything, heating systems have an expiration date. As time goes on, the need for regular furnace repair grows, and parts become harder and harder to find. Eventually, whether out of economy or necessity, all furnaces will break down and be replaced. Unfortunately, that rarely happens at a convenient time. Breakdowns tend to happen late at night or on the coldest night of the year.
Fortunately, the HVAC experts at Lancaster Heating and Cooling are here to help set things right. The fuel source doesn’t matter as we have a variety of excellent residential heating systems from which to choose. We will help you find the new furnace that’s right for you and install it with the prompt professionalism for which we’re known.
Signs You Might Need a New Furnace
A furnace on its last legs will often throw up an SOS. In some cases, these calls for help are obvious. A furnace that will no longer kick on, for instance. But there are several signs that a new furnace may be needed. These include:
Age: If your furnace is over 10 years old, it’s often wise to consider replacement over repair. Newer furnaces are much more efficient than older ones. They also come equipped with several SMART systems. As the time of manufacture grows more distant, parts availability can also be impacted.
Repeated Visits: Do you have to call us more than once in a heating season for unrelated problems? This is often a sign of an impending disaster. Parts in older furnaces often fail in quick succession. The service fees for these visits quickly pile up and can eventually be more expensive than installing a new furnace.
Weird Smells: Do you notice a strange smell when the furnace kicks on? Does this odour refuse to dissipate with continued use? This can often be a sign of a leak or defective ductwork. However, if you only notice the smell the first time you turn the furnace on for the season, this is in line with the typical furnace start-up. That smell is the odour of accumulated summer dust burning off.
Odd Noises: Sometimes those things that go “bump in the night’, might be a sign that your furnace is on its last legs. These noises can indicate the beginnings of a major component failure. To see if the noise is the result of a major or minor issue, call our heating repair experts in the greater Hamilton area.
Climbing Utility Bills: As heating equipment begins to fail, it may have to work harder to keep temperature. This can lead to an unusually large spike in your gas or electric bills. To see how much installing a new furnace can save you in Hamilton, call 905 388 3333 to schedule a quote for furnace replacement.
Visual Rust: Small amounts of rust in the burner area are to be expected with age. However, excessive amounts can signal an issue with the heat exchanger. If it gets too severe, vital components can fail and allow carbon monoxide into your home. It’s never a bad idea to have an HVAC professional check on a rust problem.
No matter how large or how small your home in Hamilton or Niagara, Lancaster Heating and Cooling can keep it warm with a professional furnace replacement.
Choose Your Furnace Replacement
With Trane and Carrier, three levels of pricing structure allow every homeowner to obtain the correct furnace for their budget and needs. Lancaster Heating and Cooling will help you find the perfect solution. All are covered by one of the best warranties in the business.
As a leader in heating solutions, Carrier constantly builds upon its history of quality.
Carrier Furnaces
Trane heating products are detail-designed and rigorously tested for reliability and durability.
Trane FurnacesHow to Ensure You Get the Best Furnace for Your Hamilton Area Home
After determining whether a new furnace is needed, our HVAC experts will present you with replacement options. This can include changing the fuel source. Which one is right for you depends on many things, not just your budget. So, while money is important, our technician will try and balance costs with:
Compatibility: Though there are alternatives to your current furnace—including heat pumps and ductless systems —these other options also require changes in your distribution system.
Energy Efficiency: While almost all new systems will be more eco-friendly, the level to which that’s true depends on the unit selected. If you prefer long-term savings to upfront ones, consider going for something with a higher AFUE level. You will also be doing your part to help the environment.
Sizing: The furnace selected must be the right size. Too big of a unit will lead to short cycling. One that’s too small, meanwhile, will struggle to warm rooms furthest from your equipment. The best way to ensure you get it right is to leave equipment sizing to the Hamilton HVAC professionals at Lancaster Heating and Cooling.
Curious about what’s the best way to ensure you get the right furnace in the Hamilton and Niagara regions? The answer is simple: trust our recommendations. Our staff truly values your comfort and will work hard to find a furnace that meets your home’s specific needs.
An Ounce of Furnace Maintenance is Worth a Pound of Cure
Installing a new furnace represents a long-term investment in your home. The last thing you want to do is let that money go to waste. That’s where preventive maintenance comes in. On a regular basis, we recommend having an HVAC technician out to give your home’s comfort systems a comprehensive once-over. While there, they’ll go through our extensive checklist and look for things like:
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- Loose wires
- Dirty components or filters
- Carbon monoxide leaks
- Proper fuel pressure
- Broken fan blades
- Broken or worn belts
- Signs of excess wear and tear
- Dirty burners
- All safeties working as per specifications
When it Comes to New Furnace Installation, Choose Trusted Professionals
Furnace replacement should always be left to a professional. Working with HVAC appliances is dangerous, even when you have the proper training and equipment. An improper installation—which we see quite often—can also lead to long-term heating inefficiencies.
At Lancaster Heating and Cooling, we provide quality furnace replacement and installation services throughout the greater Hamilton and Niagara regions. We are licensed and insured and every one of our HVAC technicians is highly trained. They also arrive equipped with everything they need to properly size and install your new heating system. Whether you need to put a new furnace in or replace one installed years ago, we’ll help you choose the product that fits your needs.
For furnace service please schedule an appointment, or call us at 905 388 3333