Here is what can affect the longevity of your heating system.
Any home is going to need a functional heating system, especially at this time of the year. Whenever your heating system doesn’t function as it should, it can make your home much less comfortable. As such, you want it to last as long as possible, but there are factors that compromise your heating system’s lifespan. Here is what can affect the longevity of your heating system.
Consider the Quality of Maintenance Your Heating System Gets
When your heating unit is given proper care, you get as much use out of it as possible. This is because regular maintenance lets you diagnose and resolve problems before they have a chance to get out of control.
In contrast, the opposite is true when your heating unit is poorly maintained. Irregular maintenance, or complete lack of maintenance, means that problems will continually grow until they render your heating unit inoperable, requiring you to get a new one.
How Old is Your Heating System?
The older your system, the more likely it is that you’ll have to get it replaced. Generally, getting a new system every 15-20 years is advised. The exact lifespan of your heating unit, however, could be affected by how well you maintain it. Poorly-maintained heating systems will need to be replaced more frequently.
How Often is Your Heating System Used?
How frequently your heating unit is used will strongly affect how long it lasts. The more often your heating unit is used, the lower its lifespan will become. With that said, without proper maintenance, even infrequently-used heating systems can have their lifespans compromised.
Consider the Size of Your Home
Bigger homes require more effort from your heating unit. After all, when there’s more space that needs to be heated, your heating unit will have to work harder. If you live in a smaller house, but you have a large heating system, you could consider switching it out for a smaller model. This could save you money on your energy bill.
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