Are you thinking about upgrading your furnace but not quite sure where to begin?
We understand. Furnaces are more efficient than ever, with a plethora of features designed to keep you comfortable. They come in different sizes and shapes, some more powerful than others. They also have different price points based on their efficiency ratings.
The thermostat is the brains of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. But it’s the furnace that provides all the muscle, teaming up with your ductwork to send warm air throughout your Ohio home.
And always remember, a happy home is a warm one! It would only take a few cold days in a row with no indoor heat for all the pipes in your home to freeze.
What matters most is to pick the right furnace that fits your budget and the size of your home. Our team at Wm. Price Heating and Cooling has the knowledge and expertise to help you make that choice. We’re a trusted name in Mahoning Valley for creating healthy homes. Give us a call today—we can schedule a free consultation to help with your next home improvement project.
Choosing the Right Furnace for Your Home
Today's gas furnaces can operate with multiple stages of heat. The number of stages your furnace has may impact your comfort, budget, and indoor air quality (IAQ).
Single-stage furnaces have just two settings, on or off. Your furnace switches on and continues to run to reach the desired temperature. Once it reaches the temperature, the furnace turns of. Single-stage furnaces are generally the least expensive to install. But they are the least efficient and tend to create hot and cold spots in your home.
Two-stage furnaces operate at full speed and half speed. This allows your furnace to heat your home more evenly, producing a more consistent temperature from room to room. In addition to producing better heating, the half-speed setting is much quieter.
Full Modulating furnaces are the gold standard of the heating world. These models adjust their output to provide precise comfort. Think of it like an accelerator on your vehicle. Only using what it needs, when it needs it to provide you with precise temperature control. They provide the longest run times, using the least amount of fuel to provide you with the lowest energy bills and maximized comfort.
The longer run cycles can also maximize how often your indoor air moves through the filter, removing harmful particles and excess dust from the air stream. Every home can benefit tremendously from a Full Modulating Furnace.
Choosing an Efficient Furnace
The AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating on your furnace indicates how much energy it converts. An energy-efficient furnace with an AFUE rating of 95 can convert 95 percent of the energy it consumes into heat.
The higher the AFUE rating, the more money you save on monthly utility bills. Energy-efficient furnaces emit fewer greenhouse gases and make less noise when they operate. If you want to reduce your home’s carbon footprint, the perfect place to start is with your heating and cooling equipment!
How Much Money Can a New Furnace Save You?
Our AFUE energy savings calculator can help determine how much you could save on your utility bills. Enter your current unit’s AFUE value and compare it to a newer, more efficient system.
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Furnace Installation or Replacement
Don’t invest in a quality HVAC system and then hire a substandard contractor to install it. You will never enjoy the full benefits of a system installed incorrectly.
At Wm. Price Heating and Cooling, we specialize in installing equipment the right way. We take our time to ensure everything is measured correctly. Our team will also conduct a thorough energy audit of your home to find additional ways to lower your energy use.
Be sure to ask about our convenient financing options (subject to approved credit) designed to make it easy for you to create your dream home.
Furnace Repairs
Odd-sounding noises, a spike in energy bills, or constant cycling—these signs indicate a problem with your furnace. Don’t wait for a minor issue to turn into a costly problem. Give us a call today if you detect a problem with your HVAC system. We promise never to replace a part unless necessary—or if we can demonstrate significant cost savings.
Furnace Maintenance
Want to get the most value from your HVAC system? Develop a preventative maintenance plan. Doing so can rejuvenate your equipment, increase your comfort, and lower your operating costs.
Give us a call today and ask about our customized Assurance and Security Plans tailored to fit your budget and needs. Enjoy peace of mind knowing a trusted professional is watching over your HVAC equipment.
Call Us Today
Our entire team at Wm. Price Heating and Cooling values the trust you placed in our company—we promise to work extra hard to keep your business. Let us install your next furnace. Give our Mahoning Valley office a call today for a free consultation. Call us at 330.545.3722 or request service online today.
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“As long as I live near price heating and cooling I will never use anyone else! So far this is probably the most professional company I’ve ever had the pleasure of dealing with. No matter who you’re interacting with it’s always a positive experience! Everyone I’ve spoken with seems to love what they do and enjoys helping their customers. Mark and his crew were very kind and did a great job with our furnace install! Couldn’t recommend them enough!”
Wow, Conner, what a fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear about your positive experiences with our team. It’s wonderful to know that Mark and the crew made your furnace installation such a great experience. We truly appreciate your trust and recommendation, and we look forward to continuing to serve you!