If your heating system doesn’t seem to be working, it might be time to invest in a high-efficiency furnace. But what should you be looking for while you shop? The heating repair experts at Baldwin Services in Gray, Georgia, have been serving the needs of area residents for nearly 30 years. Here, they list a few tips to help you find the right furnace for you.

Tips to Consider When Buying a High-Efficiency Furnace

1. Look for High Energy-Efficiency Rating

A furnace is considered energy efficient if it produces a sufficient amount of heat at low energy levels, ultimately using less fuel than other heating systems. When shopping for a new furnace, you will notice they each have an Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) rating. To be considered efficient, a furnace must have a rating ranging from 80 to 98.5%. This number represents the percentage of fuel that is turned into heat, making a furnace with an AFUE rating of 98.5% the most efficient as well as the most cost-effective.

2. Choose the Right Size

When it comes to the size of your furnace, you need to choose one that’s right for your home. A heating repair contractor can help you determine the right size based on the square footage of your residence as well as the quality of window and door insulation you have. The furnace size should be given to you after they inspect your home and calculate the right one using the Manual J load equation. If you’re being given an answer over the phone, consider that a red flag.

3. Consider the Features You’ll Need

Every furnace will come with the same basic functions, but there are also additional features you might want to consider. Some of these include child safety locks, an electric fan, and an auto timer for the fan. More luxurious options are remote-controlled fan and heat timers, quiet settings, air quality options, and even a boost setting for rapid initial heat, which would be great for any vacation home.

If you’re in the Gray area and would like to learn about more additional features some high-efficiency furnaces have, turn to the professionals at Baldwin Services. Their knowledgeable HVAC experts can provide you with the information you need, including a quote for your new high-efficiency furnace. Call them at (478) 452-9499, or contact them on their website to schedule a heating repair service appointment.