Furnace Replacement in Manchester, MO. As temperatures drop and we move towards winter, you might be thinking about replacing your furnace. Maybe it’s working, but your energy bills are skyrocketing; maybe you want to reduce your impact on the environment; or maybe your home just isn’t as warm in the cold as you’d like it to be.
No matter the reason, replacing your furnace is a big decision, and being well-informed will help you make the right choice. You’ll want to consider several details, and we’ll overview the most important aspects here, such as:
Whether your Manchester, MO home needs a furnace replacement or repair to keep you warm, SmartHouse Heating and Cooling is by your side. We always put our customers first at every job, and we always suggest what we believe will be best for your situation. We’re available to contact 24/7 – if you have a question, get in touch today by calling 314-644-1570, texting us at 314-310-2242, or reaching out online.
There are several clues that your furnace needs a replacement, and not many of them will come as a surprise. The truth is, if there is any question in your mind, you need to call a local Manchester, MO HVAC contractor to examine the furnace and provide guidance on how you should move forward.
The first thing to consider is performance. If your furnace is not warming your home sufficiently, even when it is working, a replacement is probably needed.
Another common criterion is the age – will have a lifespan of 15-20 years, and while some can last longer, they often require frequent repairs. Plus, older systems are often past their warranty, leaving you to pay the full cost when something fails.
If you’re already doing other HVAC upgrades, like extensive ductwork, replacing your old furnace at the same time provides you with a newer, more efficient system that is covered by a comprehensive warranty.
To recap, you should consider replacing your furnace if:
Most of the time, you can fix an older furnace, but repairs often get expensive, and older systems are likely outside their warranty coverage.
Repairs to existing furnaces can be a bit of a gamble. The parts may be unavailable from the manufacturer, making them pricey. Plus, after the initial part is replaced, the technician may find more issues, requiring further unexpected repairs.
If your older furnace seems like it always needs repairs — especially during the chilling Manchester, MO winters — it’s likely time to consider replacement.
Upgrading to a new furnace boosts performance and efficiency, helping you lower energy bills and decrease your environmental impact, while improving your comfort.
Upgrading also opens the door to smart thermostats, zoning systems, and variable speed motors for smoother control, plus you can consider replacing your furnace with a heat pump for vastly increased flexibility in your home’s temperature control.
Your new furnace should also come with a new warranty, helping you save on parts and repair costs if something goes wrong in the future.
SmartHouse offers both furnace repair and furnace replacement services in Manchester, MO. Call us now at 314-370-1816, or reach out online to get started.
If you know it’s time to replace your furnace, but aren’t sure what to look for, here are a few aspects to keep in mind: efficiency ratings, gas vs. electric furnaces, and motor speed(s).
For gas, oil, or propane furnaces that burn fuel to make heat, energy efficiency is measured with the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) system. This is expressed as a percentage of how much fuel is converted to heat and how much is lost – an 80% rating means 80% of the fuel is turned into heat and 20% is lost. A higher rating means less fuel loss and higher savings. AFUE is not used for electric furnaces because electric heating doesn’t involve combustion and has virtually no heat loss.
Most older heating systems have a fuel source of either gas or electricity. Gas furnaces burn natural gas to create heat and rely on a natural gas connection and venting infrastructure. Gas furnaces with AFUE ratings of 90% or above are categorized as high-efficiency furnaces.
On the other hand, electric furnaces don’t use gas, and instead generate heat with electricity and resistance coils and may require an electrical upgrade, depending on your home’s setup. Because they don’t involve combustion, electric furnaces normally operate at or near 100% efficiency.
The number of motor speeds (AKA stages) your furnace has affects its ability to effectively warm your home:
Heat pumps combine heating and cooling into a single system, rather than needing separate systems for each. They work by moving existing heat into or out of your home, rather than making new heat through combustion.
Heat pumps work in both boiling hot summers and freezing cold winters, a dichotomy that all Manchester, MO residents are familiar with. During winter, heat pumps bring heat from outside your home to within, even in freezing temperatures. In the summer, the process is reversed as the heat pump absorbs the heat from inside your home and releases it outdoors.
Heat pumps present several edges over conventional systems, including:
The Daikin FIT heat pump features variable-speed inverter technology for energy efficiency, highly accurate temperature control, superior dehumidification during Manchester, MO’s steamy summers, and quiet operation.
Heat pumps can also work alongside a traditional gas furnace, in what’s called a “dual fuel system.” The heat pump takes care of all of your home’s cooling along with most of its heating, with the system automatically transferring to the gas furnace in extremely cold conditions, ensuring consistent warmth no matter how low the temperature drops.
Right now, we’re seeing the best deal we’ve ever seen for high-efficiency HVAC systems, due to overlapping incentives that can save you money in multiple ways:
Alongside Ameren’s rebates, the federal government is offering tax credits for high-efficiency heating and cooling systems installed by December 31, 2025. You qualify for this if you pick high-efficiency central ACs, air source and ground source (geothermal) heat pumps, mini-split ACs or heat pumps, and smart thermostats (with installation).
Getting your new system installed right— fully code-compliant using industry best practices—means you’ll enjoy worry-free, energy-efficient comfort for years to come. That’s why working with the right technicians is critical for your new system.
At SmartHouse, we take care of everything – from picking out the right system to fit your situation to professional setup and anything else your system needs! We’re here to make your experience smooth and stress-free, focusing on sincere, clear communication, friendly, expert service, and outcomes you can depend on for years to come!
At SmartHouse, we’re here to help you stay warm, level up your comfort, and save on energy bills. When we get started on a project, our technicians ask, “What is the right thing to do?” before making any decisions. Let us bring that attitude to your home.
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