North Liberty, IA Furnace Installation

Furnaces, like any appliance, don’t last forever. There will come a time when you’ll be fed up with the number of repair bills and an uncomfortable home that you’ll want to get a new system entirely. A new furnace is a great investment for your home and Novak Heating, Air, and Duct Cleaning can help. Call Novak today to get an estimate on your new furnace installation.

While you might be putting off replacing your furnace for as long as possible, there are many benefits to getting a new heating system for your home. At some point though, push will come to shove and you’ll need to replace your older furnace. Here are some of the common signs that your furnace needs to go.

No Heat

While many times a simple repair is all that is needed to kick your furnace back on, there are plenty of times when no heat coming from the furnace means that it is dead. Make sure your furnace is receiving power at the circuit breaker and the thermostat before calling Novak for help.

Energy Bills Rising

If you’ve had your furnace repaired a number of times but your heating bills keep getting more expensive, then it’s probably time to get a new furnace. A newer model will be much more efficient than your old furnace and will likely not require repairs for a few years. Upgrading can help you save on both energy and repair bills.

Cracks and Rust Around the Unit

When you notice cracks and rust around your furnace, that is often indicative of gasses not combusting properly within your furnace. Make sure that you have a carbon monoxide detector installed near your furnace. If it ever goes off, it means there is a carbon monoxide leak. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, tasteless, and colorless gas. If exposed to it for too long, it could be deadly. When your carbon monoxide detector signs that alarm that gas is present, turn off the furnace right away and call 911. Then you’ll need to replace your furnace because it is no longer safe for it to rely on it for heat.

The Furnace is Over 15 Years Old

Furnaces tend to last 15-20 years, and as they age they tend to develop more and more problems. If you’ve had multiple repairs on your older furnace recently, it might be better to invest in a new unit. Your HVAC technician will let you know if a repair needs to be done that will cost more than investing in a new heating system. You can also trust Novak for a second opinion on furnace installation services.

While buying a new furnace may be a confusing process, it’s well worth it for the comfort of your home. The team at Novak is here to guide you through the process and help you figure out which system will work best for you.

• AFUE Rating – The Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) indicated how much field the furnace consumes is converted to usable heat. AFUE ratings are between 0-100% with high-efficiency systems ranking around 90%. A mid-efficiency rating ranges from 80-83%. Anything below that is considered a low-efficiency system.
• Size of the Home – The size of the space the furnace needs to heat is important to know. You want to make sure your furnace is properly sized for your home. A furnace too big or too small will use more energy than needed to heat your home.
• Climate – While North Liberty, IA isn’t located in the frozen tundra, it does see its fair share of freezing cold days. Make sure you pick a furnace that can still heat your home when temperatures plummet.
• Fuel Type – As a homeowner, you can choose between a gas or an electric furnace. Electric furnaces are more energy efficient, but gas furnaces are more reliable and can heat your home faster. If your current furnace is electric and you want to make the switch to natural gas, you will need to have a gas line run in your home first.

Novak is proud to be a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer. Carrier is synonymous with quality in the HVAC industry, and as an authorized dealer, our team is trained to provide quality service and equipment. Regardless of the brand of your furnace, Novak can still service your furnace.

We are experts in all things HVAC, and we can help restore your gas or electric furnace to proper operating conditions so your home is cozy and comfortable again. We’ve served the greater Cedar Rapids area for over 88 years, and that includes North Liberty, IA. Being without a properly functioning furnace is a big issue, and you should only trust HVAC professionals for help. You can trust Novak for quality installation services as well as maintenance and repairs throughout the life of your furnace.

When you’re ready to start the furnace replacement process, talk to Novak. Our team can find the best furnace for your needs and provide you with quality furnace installation at your North Liberty, IA home. Talk to Novak today to schedule an appointment.