Lily from Mississauga is asking:
How much does it cost to repair a furnace?
An average furnace repair costs $302, or between $131 and $477. Electric furnaces can run $300 or less to repair. Gas furnace repairs range from $375 to $1,200 due to complexity. Most HVAC repair professionals charge $90+ per hour but can range from $50 to $150 per hour.
Manny from York is asking:
What is furnace maintenance?
Furnace maintenance is a preventive heating service that involves a thorough inspection and tune-up of your system. Yes — you really do need furnace maintenance if you want to save money, stay comfortable, and enjoy some other benefits.
Reiley from Woodbridge is asking:
Should you service your furnace every year?
Your furnace needs to be checked at least once every year to ensure that it is running safely and in proper functioning condition. In fact, furnace manufacturers themselves recommend annual inspections as well as maintenance by a technician. In most cases, furnace checks and maintenance are done before the onset of winter.
Omar from Oakvile is asking:
How much should a furnace cleaning cost?
The national average furnace cleaning cost ranges from $129 to $169, though prices can vary greatly based on where you live in the country and what your furnace maintenance includes.
Justine from Toronto is asking:
Does homeowner insurance cover furnace repair?
Homeowner insurance covers built-in appliances, including your furnace and other parts of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system (HVAC) when they are damaged by a covered loss. You won't be covered for a furnace replacement or repairs if it's damaged in an earthquake or flood.
Albert from Etobicoke is asking:
Should you repair or replace your furnace?
Furnace age, and the age of your furnace is the first factor to consider. The average lifespan of a furnace is 15-20 years; after that, the system will start to fail more often. If your furnace is 10 years old or less, repairs should be effective. If it has reached 12 years or more, it's time to consider a replacement.
Susan from Toronto is asking:
How long should a furnace last?
15 to 20 years, a well-maintained furnace can last at least 15 to 20 years, but completing annual maintenance and being diligent with repairs can extend its life even longer.
Raji from Brampton is asking:
Can a plumber fix a furnace?
Furnaces don't really have a lot to do with plumbing, but our heating technicians service them anyway. ... We can repair any kind of broken wall, floor, gravity, or forced air furnace, or heat pump. If your furnace is beyond repair, we'll help pick a replacement and install it, too.
Eric from Toronto is asking:
How do you know if your furnace is dying?
Noticeable signs your furnace is dying include:
1. Increased heating bills. A steady increase in your monthly heating bills is a sure sign your furnace is about to go, especially if you've kept up with professional maintenance and have sealed your air ducts.
2. Unusual Noises.
3. Yellow Burner Flame.
4. Dry, Dusty Indoor Air.
Josh from Markham is asking:
Is furnace cleaning worth it?
The simple answer, provided by our senior furnace cleaning technicians with decades of experience is a cleaning every two years. However, if there are children or pets living in the house this should be done as often as once every year due to the potentially added accumulation of dander, hair, dirt, and other pollutants. You should keep in mind that our annual maintenance covers more than cleaning of the furnace and includes safety check and adjustment.
Robert from Toronto is asking:
How much does it cost to replace a flame sensor on a furnace?
Depending on which furnace repair company you call, you can expect to pay anywhere from $350 to as much as $500 for a new flame sensor, plus the cost of the travel and diagnostic charge.
Lenny from Vaughan is asking:
How long does a furnace and duct cleaning take?
Three to five hours, Air duct cleaning on average takes anywhere from three to five hours, depending on the size of the system as well as the size of the home. The amount of registers you have and exactly how involved the actual cleaning are additional factors.
Andy from Oakville is asking:
How often does a furnace need to be replaced?
Every 15 to 20 years, according to most manufacturers and heating professionals, as well as This Old House, the average furnace will need to be replaced every 15 to 20 years, as long as the system is properly maintained.
Lee from Etobicoke is asking:
Why is furnace installation so expensive?
HVAC installation is quite expensive, probably because it has emerged to be an immensely specialized trade. Owing to controlling humidity, thermodynamics, airflow, refrigerant, electrical, and plumbing, it is now high on demand.
Mary from Toronto is asking:
Can a furnace explode?
Although it is possible for a gas furnace to either catch fire or explodes, it's highly unlikely. If there is a danger of this happening, the furnace will usually simply shut off — as it's designed to. If you've got a good furnace and take care of it, you won't have to worry about explosions or fires.
Maggie from Mississauga is asking:
Is it hard to replace a furnace?
Installing a furnace is not easy, and it requires plenty of knowledge and experience to do it properly. Even HVAC contractors can occasionally make mistakes, and some, such as the improper installation of the flue or gas connections, could have deadly consequences.
John from Toronto is asking:
Should I replace my 30-year-old furnace?
Regardless of the logic, you follow, the 30-year mark is at or close to the maximum lifespan you should expect from your furnace. Even though furnaces can last 30 years or beyond, most experts recommend that you start shopping for a new furnace when your existing unit is 15 years old.
