Air Nerds is a leading choice for customized furnace installation from our HVAC Company in Charlottesville, VA. If you have an older heating system, this is an excellent time to consider a furnace replacement. Furnaces become less efficient as they age and cost you more to run. Modern furnaces are dramatically more efficient than the systems manufacturers were making a decade or more ago. There are also energy incentives available that can help you lower the initial investment.
Air Nerds Also Offers The Following HVAC Services in Charlottesville, VA
Air Nerds Offers The Following HVAC Services in Charlottesville, VA
"We have had nothing but wonderful experiences with Air Nerds! Our calls to James and his team are always returned quickly, and the technicians have all been friendly, professional, and willing to go the extra mile. 10/10!!" - Melissa O.
Fuel-burning furnaces are the most popular option for furnace replacement in Charlottesville. Homeowners with access to a natural gas line should usually choose that fuel. If you’ve gained access since your last installation, we can hook up the connections for you. Otherwise, the alternatives are propane and fuel oil. These are fuels you can store on your property in a tank.
Electric furnaces are an option but can be expensive to run. We’ll generally recommend a heat pump instead. You also have the option of a heat pump and furnace. The industry refers to this as hybrid heating or a dual-fuel heat pump. It costs more up front but saves money long term. The heat pump provides efficient heating most of the time. The furnace provides the heat when it’s very cold.
When comparing furnaces, you’ll want to consider energy efficiency, which the industry measures with annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE). AFUE 80 is the minimum allowed by the Department of Energy. Mid-efficiency models often have a higher AFUE — as high as 89.
The high-efficiency furnaces available for furnace installation provide AFUE 90 and up. Higher efficiency is possible through a number of modern innovations. These include multi-stage, variable-speed, and modulating blowers and burners. These systems can ramp up and down rather than run at one speed.
Another innovation is condensing furnaces. These models have a second heat exchanger that condenses moisture from exhausted gases. This process provides additional heat that the furnace delivers to the home.
There are many benefits to investing in a modern furnace replacement:
Quieter operation
Rebates and tax credits
Better indoor air quality
Enhanced safety mechanisms
Higher energy efficiency ratings
Furnace Replacement Pros in Charlottesville
Air Nerds is a family-owned and -operated HVAC company that serves Charlottesville homeowners with over 65 years of combined industry experience. Our certified HVAC technicians install all furnace models and do so per the manufacturer’s warranty specifications. We offer financing on approved credit, often have specials available, and can assist with rebate and tax credit details. Our company offers industry-leading warranties and provides additional peace of mind through our installation service guarantee.
Has the time come to replace your home’s old heating system? Contact Air Nerds to learn more about furnace installation in Charlottesville.
