How-Old-Is-Your-Furnace

If you don’t know how old your furnace is, it’s challenging to know when it’s time for an upgrade.

As your furnace increases with age, especially with a lack of maintenance, it becomes less efficient, causing it to work harder and increase your utility bills. This, combined with record-breaking efficiency on newly-designed systems, you’re likely to get a generous return on your investment by replacing an outdated furnace.

Here are some tips to determine the age of your system:

Pull off the Removable Door

This is usually along the bottom of the front of the unit. Look at the interior of the metal door for a label or tag listing the furnace’s serial number. This may also show an actual manufacturer’s date, depending on the company that made the furnace.

Look at the Serial Number

The first two digits can be the week of the year that the unit was manufactured, with the third and fourth number indicating the year. A serial number starting with 0298, for example, may have been made the second week of 1998.

Look for a Service Sticker or Tag

This is usually common on gas furnaces and may list the date that the furnace was installed. This can often give a close approximation of the unit’s age.

Call an HVAC Expert

If you still can’t determine the age of your furnace, then it’s time to call in an expert. An HVAC professional will be able to quickly tell you how old your unit is and perform any needed services. They will check the overall health of your unit.

We’re here to help solve whatever heating, cooling, plumbing, or HVAC issue you’re experiencing. Call A&T Heating and Air Conditioning in Mohnton, Berks County, PA at (484) 516-1017 or use our online form so we can perform the necessary HVAC inspections and service to ensure your systems are functioning properly and safely.