If you live or work in Plainfield, you’re familiar with how winter can get. You also know how important it is to have a functioning furnace. Both comfort and safety depend on it.
Like anything else mechanical, a furnace has a lifespan. Some newer models might operate for 15 to 20 years. Others may start to respond to their age when they pass 10 years. In many cases, proper maintenance and repairs can extend performance, sometimes for a good while.
When your furnace reaches the end of its operation, however, you’ll need a proper replacement. With today’s available furnace types and technology, you can often replace your former unit with a better one.
Air Dynamics specializes in furnace replacements for Plainfield homes and businesses. As local heating professionals, we can help you get the most from your current furnace and support you in the event you need a new one. We are glad to assist you in being an informed heating consumer who achieves more with less effort, trouble and cost.
Plainfield IL Furnace Replacement: What to Be Aware Of
As we’ve mentioned, if you schedule maintenance for your furnace and take care of any needed repairs, you can often get good production from your system. At the same time, you want to be alert to signs of excess wear or labor, especially as the furnace ages.
Symptoms that your furnace in Plainfield might soon need replacement can include:
cool air from vents. This can indicate an issue with the heat exchanger, the pilot light or the fan motor. Also be aware of cold spots in different areas, especially those that are more distant from a vent; these suggest the furnace is laboring to move air evenly.
irregular noises. A healthy furnace will make some normal sounds while running. If you start to hear noises such as banging, rattling, humming or popping, your system likely has an issue with at least one component. Listen for constant cycling (shutting on and off) as well.
rising energy bills. Are heating bills going up but you’re not using your furnace more often? An older or failing furnace will need more energy to run.
more-frequent repairs. A furnace shouldn’t need multiple repairs every year or two. The more you find yourself needing to fix the furnace, the closer you might be to a furnace replacement.
soot around the registers. An aging furnace might begin to spew particles of dust, dirt or rust. This means it is processing too much carbon dioxide. If too much builds up, it can affect walls, furniture, wood flooring and plants. Above all, it can become a safety hazard. If you’re seeing such soot, contact us right away.
yellow pilot light. The pilot flame in a healthy furnace should be a bright, consistent blue. If the flame turns yellow or starts to flicker, the pilot light has a problem that could mean the burner is producing carbon monoxide. If you see a yellow or flickering flame, turn the unit off right away and contact us.
Plainfield IL Furnace Replacement: Service & Cost
Whether you require a furnace replacement now or in the future, you can be an informed consumer who is ready to act with wisdom and financial sense. Air Dynamics can advise you about your options and possible costs. Factors we can discuss include:
- what’s involved with a furnace installation
- which brand may be most suitable for you
- current furnace energy-efficiency ranges
- gas vs. electric furnaces
- proper size of furnace for your home
- available extra features
An Air Dynamics furnace replacement for your Plainfield home includes:
complimentary in-home consultation to discuss the right furnace for you
proper furnace installation – in many cases, on the next day
safe removal your old unit
affordable payment options
a warranty on equipment and labor
We also offer our Plainfield customers a special maintenance program with member benefits for optimal furnace performance throughout your system ownership.
Plainfield IL Furnace Replacement: Call Us for Answers
A new furnace is a notable purchase, but it can be a satisfying one when you have the right information. If you would ever like to further discuss what is good to know for a furnace replacement, we welcome your questions. Simply give us a call at (630) 731-1550.
Plainfield, Illinois: Quick Fact
Plainfield’s Downtown Historic District is included in the National Register of Historic Places. Including 53 properties, the village’s National Register District runs along Lockport Street between Route 59 and James Street and includes notable buildings such as the Plymouth Congregational Church, the Clock Tower Building (Opera House) and the Masonic Lodge.
The district also features a range of distinctive architectural types such as Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne, Richardsonian Romanesque and International Style.
