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How Much Does a New Furnace Cost in 2023?

If you’re wondering how much is a new furnace going to cost you, the general answer is somewhere between $2,800 and $7,000, with an average cost of $4,700, including installation. However, many factors affect new furnace costs.  These can include the type of furnace, the fuel source, the size of the unit, and the efficiency rating. Let’s take a look at each of these factors in detail, and discuss how they can affect the overall cost of a new furnace. You’ll need to consider the following factors that go into the cost of your replacement when researching how much to …

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What is Emergency Heat and When Should You Use It?  

What is emergency heat is a common question asked by homeowners. Emergency heat is a backup heating system that is designed to kick in when the primary heating system fails. It is typically used in homes that have a heat pump as their primary source of heat, so it is simply a heat pump emergency heat.  This also means that it makes heat pumps that much more essential within the household, and they should always be well-maintained and serviced by professionals like the ones at AHWA. Now, lets break down what emergency heat is, how it works, and when you …

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How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Affect Heat Pump Prices

President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) on August 16, 2022, This is one of the largest measures ever taken by the federal government to address climate change. $369 billion is being invested into cleaner energy technology and improvements to energy efficiency. The Inflation Reduction Act HVAC incentives are something you’ll want to know about and take advantage of if you are looking to install or upgrade your current heating and cooling system or make related improvements in your home. What Upgrades are Covered by the IRA? HEEHRA Explained The High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Act (HEEHRA) is …

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What You Need to Know About Inflation and Rising HVAC Prices

HVAC systems are a crucial aspect of any home, providing comfort and maintaining indoor air quality. However, as prices for goods and services rise due to inflation, the cost of owning and maintaining an HVAC system can also increase. In this article, we will discuss how the continued rise of inflation in 2023 affects HVAC prices and what homeowners can do to mitigate these costs. What is Inflation? Inflation is when the general price level of goods and services in an economy increases at a steady rate over a period of time. When prices rise, each dollar spent allows you …

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Switching From Gas Heat to Electric Heat: What to Expect

It may seem like a huge endeavor to convert your gas furnace to electric, especially if you’ve had a gas furnace for a long time. However, with the growing movement to move away from fossil fuels, many people are considering switching from a gas to an electric furnace. Gas has been viewed as the cheaper alternative for heating for many years, but with efforts to reduce emissions in an attempt to combat global warming, many people are looking into what they can do to reduce environmental pollution at home. Modern electric furnaces are far better for our natural surroundings, install …

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