Professional Furnace Installation in Alexandria, VA
Are you wondering if you should have your older furnace repaired yet again or retire it and shop for a replacement? Since almost half of your utility bill comes from running your air conditioner and heater, upgrading to a new, energy-efficient unit can help you save big.
Switching to a more efficient HVAC system can help you cut heating costs by as much as 40%. What’s more, you may qualify for tax and utility credits and rebates when you buy a new gas or electric furnace.
Expert service you can trust. Schedule furnace installation in your Alexandria home with Caffi Services today.
When Should You Replace Your Furnace?
Alexandria winters are often unpredictable, with subzero temperatures that can strain older equipment. But with a new furnace, you don’t have to worry about breakdowns — or the five-day forecast.
Signs you need a new furnace include:
- Your unit is 10+ years old
- Uneven, inconsistent heating
- Repairs are more than 50% of the cost of a new unit
- Rooms are drafty or dusty, or air quality is poor
Expert Furnace Installations in Alexandria
With both electric and gas furnace replacement services available, our installation team can help you find the model that fits your home size and budget.
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Gas vs. Electric Furnaces: Which Option Is Right for Your Home?
If you’re uncertain about whether to choose an electric or gas furnace, there are a few differences to consider.
Gas furnaces run on propane or natural gas and use a flue, fan, burners, and heat exchanger. The thermostat sends a command to the furnace, while a valve sends gas to a burner. The heated air is sent from the furnace.
Electric furnaces pull air in, work with a heat exchanger, and use a blower to push heated air through your ductwork. Relying on electricity instead of gas, they use 100% of their energy versus gas furnaces that convert 80% to 96% of fuel into heat.
Advantages of Choosing a Gas Furnace
Gas furnaces can heat rooms faster than other heating methods and can also make rooms warmer.
Gas furnace benefits include:
- Do not need electricity
- Are cost-efficient
- Among the most powerful heat options
- Can work with a cooling system
Using electrical heating elements to provide their heat source, you do not have to pay for fuel or wait on oil delivery trucks.
Electric furnace benefits include:
- Easy to maintain and have up to 30-year lifespans
- No carbon monoxide, combustion, or hazardous byproducts
- Work with heat pumps, and some include cooling modes
- They do not need fire, oil, or a natural gas hookup to work
Trust Caffi Services for Expert Furnace Installation and Reliable Service
For over 50 years, Caffi Services has provided top-rated HVAC services in Alexandria, VA.
Our staff is background-checked, licensed, insured, and happy to assist with all your installation needs.
With free estimates on replacements and 24/7 emergency service, sign up for a furnace maintenance plan to optimize your savings.
Schedule furnace replacement in Virginia by reaching out to Caffi Services today.
Frequently Asked Questions About Furnace Installations
Do all gas furnace systems use a pilot light?
No, not anymore. While older gas furnace systems use a standing pilot light, many newer systems use a solid-state ignition, which means there’s no pilot light. Solid-state ignitions are safer and can help shave a few dollars off your monthly gas utility bills.
How often does my heating system need a tune-up?
We recommend scheduling your heater for professional maintenance at least once a year to keep it running at peak performance and to catch issues early.
Do I need a permit to install a gas or electric furnace in Virginia?
Absolutely. Most HVAC systems, including gas and electric furnaces, require a permit to install. We’re happy to guide our clients through this process so the installation goes as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
Do I need a load calculation for my gas furnace?
Yes! Properly calculating the required load ensures your furnace will deliver sufficient heat for your home. Without it, you could end up with a system that’s too small, in which case it will struggle to keep you comfortable and increase wear and tear on the system.
If it’s too large, the furnace will waste energy and will cost you more to operate.
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