{"id":1392,"date":"2023-03-20T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=1392"},"modified":"2023-03-28T15:56:43","modified_gmt":"2023-03-28T19:56:43","slug":"can-a-high-efficiency-furnace-save-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/heating-service\/can-a-high-efficiency-furnace-save-money\/","title":{"rendered":"Can A High-Efficiency Furnace Save Money?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/money-yo.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"140\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/money-yo-140x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/money-yo-140x300.jpg 140w, https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/money-yo-479x1024.jpg 479w, https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/money-yo.jpg 674w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 140px) 100vw, 140px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Your furnace needs repairs and it\u2019s got you wondering if it\u2019s time for a replacement.&nbsp; Furnaces are expensive and no homeowner looks forward to when their furnace is too expensive to repair and replacing it is inevitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It makes sense that you\u2019d want to spend as little money as possible. However, no homeowner wants to purchase a brand-new furnace and end up not being happy with their purchase! Not that a new furnace is going to need <a href=\"\/service-areas\/wayne-nj-plumbing-hvac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">furnace repair in Wayne, NJ<\/a>; we\u2019re talking about performance here.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lower-priced furnaces aren\u2019t very energy efficient which means they\u2019ll cost more to run over the course of their lifespan. Homeowners who have a bit more to spend when it\u2019s time to buy a new furnace wonder just how much more they should spend. Let\u2019s review high-efficiency furnaces to determine if it\u2019s right for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2>What Is a High-Efficiency Furnace?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A high-efficiency furnace is aptly named: it\u2019s a furnace that runs extremely efficiently. Compared to standard systems, it\u2019ll use less energy to operate, therefore saving you money on your utility bills.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A furnace\u2019s efficiency is determined by its AFUE rating which stands for annual fuel utilization efficiency rating. For example, a furnace with an AFUE rating of 83% means that for every dollar spent, 83 cents will go toward heating your home and 17 cents will be wasted. Take a look at this chart from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/energysaver\/furnaces-and-boilers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Energy.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mid-Efficiency Heating Systems:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Exhaust fan controls the flow of combustion air and combustion gasses more precisely<\/li><li>Electronic ignition (no pilot light)<\/li><li>Compact size and lighter weight to reduce cycling losses<\/li><li>Small-diameter flue pipe<\/li><li>80% to 83% AFUE<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>High-Efficiency Heating Systems:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Condensing flue gasses in a second heat exchanger for extra efficiency<\/li><li>Sealed combustion<\/li><li>90% to 98.5% AFUE<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>How Much Money Does a High-Efficiency Heating System Save?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, there\u2019s no easy answer to this question. Your furnace\u2019s efficiency depends on several factors besides its AFUE rating such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>How well is your home\u2019s insulation?<\/li><li>What condition is your ductwork in?<\/li><li>Where is the furnace located?<\/li><li>What\u2019s the cost of utilities in your area?<\/li><li>Was the furnace properly installed by professional HVAC technicians?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The easiest way to get an idea of just how much you stand to save is to use a furnace efficiency <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seerenergysavings.com\/afue-savings-calculator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">calculator<\/a>. You\u2019ll need to enter factors to determine your current furnace\u2019s efficiency. Then compare it to furnaces with higher AFUE ratings to get an idea of your potential savings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a nutshell, high-efficiency furnaces make sense when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>You live in a cold climate&nbsp;<\/li><li>You don\u2019t plan to sell your home for at least ten years<\/li><li>Your local energy costs are higher than average<\/li><li>You can apply state and government rebates and tax credits to your purchase<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We know researching your new furnace can be a confusing and stressful process. It doesn\u2019t have to be! We can advise you on the best furnace for the specific needs of your home and family. We can also tell you which rebates and tax credits you may qualify for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/contact\/send-message\"><strong>Contact MarGo Plum<\/strong><\/a><strong><a href=\"\/contact\/send-message\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">b<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/contact\/send-message\"><strong>ing Heating Cooling Inc.<\/strong><\/a><strong> to schedule furnace services today.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You&#8217;ve probably heard about high-efficiency furnaces and are wondering if one is right for your home. 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