Replacing your furnace blog

If the heating and air conditioning system in your home is over 8-years old, it’s probably time to think about a replacement.  While you’ve properly maintained your HVAC system and it may appear to be performing, it’s likely costing you. 

Today’s heating and air conditioning systems are incredibly sophisticated machines – far superior to their predecessors.  They’re fine-tuned, highly-sensitive operating systems designed with controls and sensors to maximize efficiency.  Efficiency that keeps more treated air inside your home (less up your chimney) and requires less energy (and lowers utility bills).

Choosing the ‘right’ system can be complicated.  This blog will highlight issues and processes for any homeowner to use, in securing the best solution for your family’s comfort.

Size Matters

The technicians at Flader Heating and Air Conditioning are experts at calculating your heating needs based upon industry standards – as defined by the Heating Contractors of America.  These standards weigh key variables such as our mid-west climate, the square footage, design, and construction of your home, and closeness to Lake Michigan. 

A furnace that is too large will cost more and wear down due to cycling on-and-off too frequently; a furnace that is too small will not keep you comfortable during our Midwest winters and summers. 

With over 100-years of experience in our community, Flader Heating and Air Conditioning knows which systems and brands work best for homes in your neighborhood. 

Efficiency Rating

Simply stated, this rating refers to the percentage of the heat generated by a furnace that is actually used to warm your home.   Many old furnaces have ratings in the 70s – meaning only 70% of the heat they generate actually stays in the home (30% going up your chimney).  Most of today’s high-efficiency furnaces are rated 90 or 95 – meaning that 90% or 95% of the heat they create is staying in the home. 

Value

While high-efficiency furnaces are initially more expensive, they save homeowners in energy expenses each month.   Monthly savings on your energy bill often pay the difference over the life of your system.  Plus, it’s environmentally responsible.    The knowledgeable experts at Flader Heating will calculate the annual estimated operating cost of the models you’re considering.  You can weigh the savings.

Reliability and Functionality

Flader Heating & Air Conditioning only recommends equipment, models, and brands proven to have the fewest problems and service calls. We specialize in Bryant Heating & Cooling Systems.

We also explain the benefits of:

•    Variable Speed technology that adapts the airflow when less heat or coolness is needed.

•    Dual Heat Exchangers that re-cycle air for greater efficiency. 

•    Zoned Heating that varies for different areas of your home.

We will also address your home’s possible need for integrating an air filter/cleaner and dehumidifier with your system.    We’ll deliver the ‘right’ solution to achieve your desired comfort level for your family and home. 

We Help Homeowners

Flader Heating & Air Conditioning is uniquely suited to assist you in determining the ‘right’ solution that best fits your home’s needs.   We’ve been serving your neighbors and our Community for over 100-years and 4-generations of the Flader Family.  We take pride in exceeding expectations, providing peace-of-mind, and improving the comfort and quality of our customers’ lives. 

The Flader Difference

Only Flader Heating and Air Conditioning delivers…

• The most Responsive Service – 24-hours/7-days a week.

•  Personal attention from certified and licensed technicians.

•  Only the most dependable equipment and parts.

• Money-saving Maintenance Agreements.

•  100% Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Flader is located right in your Community.  We’re responsive in answering the phone and arriving at your door as soon as possible.  Callers to 847-491-6980 always speak to a live person – no voice-recording promising a callback.  We’ll quickly have your home at your desired comfort level.  Satisfaction Guaranteed. 

Comprehensive Services

Whether you’re replacing your furnace or central air conditioning, adding a dehumidifier or clean air system, or cleaning and servicing your air quality system, we are knowledgeable and expert in delivering the service you need.    Look to us for your annual inspection.  Duct cleaning.   Diagnose malfunctions.  Improving ventilation.  Replacing Filters.   Installing advanced, state-of-the-art high-efficiency furnaces and air conditioners.   

Our professional technicians arrive on-time, listen, answer your questions, recommend the right solution, and deliver as promised.    Flader technicians average 10-years of experience and are EPA certified.    Expert service, quality parts, and satisfaction guaranteed.  That’s the combination you deserve.  Don’t compromise.   Call us at 847-491-6980.

Doug Flader

Doug Flader, a fourth-generation leader at Flader Plumbing & Heating Co., upholds the company's long-standing tradition of excellence. While continuing to provide top-quality plumbing and heating services to Libertyville, Mundelein, and Vernon Hills, Doug proudly takes care of his community by supporting local youth programs around the Chicagoland area.

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