{"id":477,"date":"2012-01-18T08:00:14","date_gmt":"2012-01-18T13:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/?p=477"},"modified":"2012-01-10T10:35:36","modified_gmt":"2012-01-10T15:35:36","slug":"what-you-should-consider-before-upgrading-the-heating-system-in-your-waldwick-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/heating\/what-you-should-consider-before-upgrading-the-heating-system-in-your-waldwick-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Waldwick Heating Installation Checklist: What You Should Consider Before Upgrading"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Many Waldwick\u00a0homeowners who heat their homes with an older <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/heating\">heating system<\/a>\u2014whether it\u2019s a furnace, boiler, or heat pump\u2014may want to consider upgrading to a more efficient system. Older furnaces with an AFUE rating of less than 80%, for instance, could be costing you a lot more than you realize in heating bills.<\/p>\n<p>While it is a significant initial investment, upgrading to a more efficient <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/heating\/furnaces\">furnace<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/heating\/heat-pumps\">heat pump<\/a> will pay for itself in energy savings. Before you decide on whether or not an upgrade is right for your home, here are some things to keep in mind.<\/p>\n<h3>Fuel Costs<\/h3>\n<p>Some types of fuel, such as electricity, are more expensive in certain areas. Depending on where you live, you may want to compare the cost of fuel before choosing a heating upgrade. In fact, natural gas may or may not be available to your home. Check with your utility company to find out what types of fuel are available and which ones would be more cost-efficient for heating your home. You can always call a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/contact\">qualified HVAC technician<\/a> at COMPANY NAME if you have any questions about a heating system upgrade or the products we offer.<\/p>\n<h3>Insulation<\/h3>\n<p>Whenever you are thinking about upgrading your heating system, you\u2019ll want to make sure your home is properly insulated and sealed. If you purchase and install a highly efficient furnace, it won\u2019t save as much in energy bills if your house is poorly insulated. Get a home energy audit with a local energy resource organization if you aren\u2019t sure. You might want to also consider upgrading your old windows and doors, or installing storm doors and windows to improve air tightness.<\/p>\n<h3>Property Value<\/h3>\n<p>A lot of Waldwick\u00a0homeowners forget that any upgrade or remodeling project will increase the value of their home. Not only will a heating system upgrade lower your heating bills; it will also add value to your home and property. Always make sure you choose the right system for your home so that it lasts as long as possible.<\/p>\n<p>If you are considering upgrading the heating system in your Waldwick\u00a0home, call DB Heating &amp; Cooling, Inc.to speak with one of our HVAC experts to ask about our quality products and installation services.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many Waldwick homeowners who heat their homes with an older heating system\u2014whether it\u2019s a furnace, boiler, or heat pump\u2014may want to consider upgrading to a more efficient system. 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