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Expert Answer
Thank you for the question. Even though you've had your electric furnace for quite a long time, you should not need to purchase a new furnace anytime soon. Unlike gas furnaces which can develop cracked heat exchangers, obsolete burners and discontinued gas valves, electric furnaces can run forever requiring a only very small amount of maintenance. In an electric furnace, repairs can be done to specific parts to get your furnace running as good as new. For example: in any furnace, heating elements can be restrung, motors can be replaced and switches can be updated. All maintenance repairs should be performed by an HVAC professional to ensure everything is changed safely and accurately.
If you feel that your furnace is running poorly, please contact an HVAC professional to diagnose the problem(s). A competent HVAC professional should rarely have to recommend budgeting for a replacement unless you require a larger furnace for your household or you discover that you need more options to choose from. |
