Tips for New Furnace Installation in Quakertown, PA!

Are you having a new furnace installed? That's great! We're proud to provide you with this list of tips for new furnace installation in Quakertown, PA.

Find the best place for the furnace

The contractor should know where to install your furnace, but if you have an idea of where you want it, let him/her know. Remember that the bigger and more powerful your furnace is, the larger it will need to be so your home doesn't overheat during the summer months or freeze in the winter months. Also remember that whatever position you choose for your furnace is going to have an effect on airflow throughout your home—if air can't flow through easily, then neither can heat or cold air. If there are any obstructions (walls, chimneys, exterior vents) that may affect the furnace's proper ventilation, point them out to your contractor. If they can't be moved, then you might want to consider another option for installation.

Get professional help

It is recommended that you hire a contractor experienced in both furnace installation and furnace maintenance in Quakertown, PA so there are no complications or problems with the equipment working properly. Make sure they provide references—if possible, contact previous customers and ask if their satisfaction was good with one company over another. This will assist narrow down your opportunities considerably.. Also, make sure you shop around and compare prices from different contractors—in most cases, this doesn't guarantee a lower price, but it gives you an idea of what other companies charge for similar services.

Furnace installation tips from the customer

You may have some helpful tips for your contractor that will make furnace installation go a bit smoother—here are a few:

- Make sure the circuit breaker is adequate and sized properly for the furnace's power requirements.

- For electric furnaces, ground to a three-pronged outlet if possible or install a "cheater" plugin case you need to change its location in the future.

  -  If you have any heat exchangers in your home (radiant floor heating), check their location and let the contractor know where they're located so he/she can maximize efficiency while installing the furnace.

If you have an oil or propane furnace being installed, remember to have a shut-off valve installed on the line.

Furnace installation time frame

The average furnace installation is completed in about eight hours, but that can vary from as little as three to as much as 24 hours. The actual time depends on your house's layout and how complicated it is to install a furnace. For example, some homes have basements with limited access so there might be some extra time spent going back and forth from outside or through an attic to get to the finished side of the basement. Also, if you live in a home with multiple levels, then there will be more work involved (trucking water heaters up and downstairs). Depending on your situation, this may affect the price of your furnace installation.

Furnace installation money

Furnace installation can vary considerably in cost, depending on a variety of factors: the house's layout, how accessible it is, if there are any complications or problems with the equipment operating properly and/or working with existing components (like ductwork) within your home, furnaces' power requirements and so on. The best way to get an estimate for your specific case is by getting several quotes from different contractors you're interested in hiring. If you're satisfied with the quote and scope of work presented to you by one contractor over another, then go ahead and use them—you won't be sorry!

Call American Home Comfort for the best furnace installation in Quakertown, PA. Call 610-601-3860 for more information.