Strange temperature changes and the desire for early spring can let us down as we wait until the end of the winter season. With the random weather this time of year, it’s crucial to double check that your furnace service is taken care of and that your furnace is prepared for any weather swing. Part of having and utilizing a furnace is understanding the system and understanding when it might need repair or maintenance. A furnace’s AFUE (Annual Furnace Utilization Efficiency) is a central measurement to note and can inform you what kind of productivity you can look for from your system. If you are not informed of your AFUE, this percentage can be clarified at your next furnace tune-up appointment from one of our professionals at Kohles & Bach Heating & Cooling.
So, what does this AFUE rating suggest for you? What sorts of things should you think on with AFUE?
- The older your furnace is, the smaller its AFUE will also be. This means not as much energy efficiency compared to a new furnace every winter when your system is in use.
- Think about your AFUE percentage with regard to money – if your AFUE is 75%, that means that for every $100 you spend on heating your home, only $75 is spent to heat your home.
Considering the age of your furnace and the possibility of overspending on your heating costs has hopefully provided some understanding into the importance of your furnace’s AFUE. There are many things that go into selecting a new furnace or sticking to your furnace service plan. Over time however, lower efficiency levels can drastically effect your energy usage, monthly bills and ease. Don’t disregard the AFUE rating of your furnace and reflect on it when determining whether it’s time for furnace replacement.
If you have any further inquiries about furnaces, or you just want some help finding the AFUE rating of your existing furnace, give our specialists at Kohles & Bach Heating & Cooling a call at 515-207-6569.