{"id":703,"date":"2022-03-14T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-14T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/?p=703"},"modified":"2025-01-03T13:11:06","modified_gmt":"2025-01-03T18:11:06","slug":"how-long-can-you-expect-your-furnace-to-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/heating-service\/how-long-can-you-expect-your-furnace-to-last\/","title":{"rendered":"End of Winter Question: How Long Can You Expect Your Furnace to Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When the end of winter comes around, it is a\nperfect time to check up on your home\u2019s furnace to see how long you can expect\nit to last. You might find out that the heating system was already on the verge\nof breaking down before you checked it, or you could discover that your furnace\nwill most likely last until next winter season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Either way, the general rule of thumb is that a gas furnace will work well for about 15 years, but an electric furnace will last about 20 years\u2014if you maintain the heating system properly with annual professional inspections and tune-ups. That’s really the best way to make a furnace last for as long as possible: don’t fall behind on maintenance every winter. To stay ahead, learn how to prepare for furnace installation<\/a> if you\u2019re nearing the end of your furnace\u2019s lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Still, before you contact us for furnace repair in Medina, OH<\/a>, it’s wise to know the most obvious signs that your heating system is about to fail. You could arrange to have some of these repairs done during the off-season, but we strongly recommend you call us as soon as possible. When it comes to heating system repairs, it’s always best to address any problems right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s what to look for if you think your\nfurnace needs repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Higher energy bills than usual<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the first things homeowners notice about heating is that their energy bills seem to climb higher every year. Many people forget how much a so-so heating system can cost a family since an inefficient furnace must work harder and longer to maintain the desired indoor temperature. Sometimes, the jump in cost can be surprising. For better cost management, see why you must change the furnace filter regularly<\/a> to keep efficiency high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Too many similar repairs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, if the same parts keep breaking down, then it’s probably a good time to bring in a professional who can pinpoint why this keeps happening. If the repairs are always similar, that could indicate an additional problem you’re not seeing. In a worst-case scenario, you might need to replace the whole furnace to keep your heating costs reasonable. Consider the 50% rule for repair vs. replacement<\/a> to decide when repairs are no longer worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expensive repairs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Along those lines, certain furnace repairs\nwill be more complex and expensive. The problem may not be with the furnace at\nall but with blocked vents or ductwork that needs repairing. The last thing you\nwant to do is to overpay for expensive repairs when a simple fix will suffice.\nStill, if you do need repairs, knowing the precise cause will also keep\nmaintenance costs down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Uneven or unreliable heating<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The last sign is something you may not notice\nuntil the temperature outside gets near the freezing point: uneven or\nunreliable heating in certain parts of the house. A chilly room or a drafty\nhallway could indicate that the furnace isn’t distributing heat evenly or it\u2019s failing\naltogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without a doubt, there could be other issues\ngoing on in the home, so that’s why we recommend taking the advice of experts\ninstead of trying to diagnose the problem on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call Crown Group Ohio\u2014Your Comfort Experts Since 1963!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The best way to make a furnace last for as long as possible: don’t fall behind on maintenance every winter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[76],"tags":[49,50,15,107],"class_list":["post-703","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-heating-service","tag-heating-system-maintenance","tag-heating-system-repair","tag-heating-system-replacement","tag-medina"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/703","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=703"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/703\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1161,"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/703\/revisions\/1161"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=703"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=703"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crowngroupohio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=703"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}