Repair or Replace: What Should You Do with Your Old Heating System?

The hot summer days are finally giving way to cooler weather here in Boston, MA. If you own a home, you might be starting to think about winter preparations. Among these is making sure that your heating system is in good working order. If you discover you have a problem, the heating experts at McMahon Plumbing & Heating can help you determine if a repair or a replacement of your heating system would be best. Keep reading to learn the top signs your heating system is due for an upgrade this fall!

4 Signs Your Heating System Needs Replacement

How did your heating system do last winter? Some problems can be solved with a heating system tune-up; others are a sign that your home needs a replacement heating system.

  • Sign #1: It’s using more fuel: As your heating system ages, its efficiency declines. If your heating system is consistently using more oil, gas, or electricity and there’s no obvious explanation, such as extreme weather or more people living in your house, this is a clear symptom of decreased fuel efficiency.
  • Sign #2: Strange sounds or smells: If you start to hear abnormal humming, banging, or clunking from your heating system, it could be time for a replacement. Uncommon odors can be another red flag.
  • Sign #3: Uneven heating from room to room: The top floors of your home may be warmer because heat Apart from this, if your rooms aren’t heating evenly, this can be a sign that your equipment isn’t working up to par.
  • Sign #4: Frequent repairs: Naturally, your heating equipment will suffer from more breakdowns as the years go by. At a certain point, it may make sense to replace your heating equipment instead of continuing to repair it.

 

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Need a Replacement? Contact the Pros at McMahon Plumbing & Heating

New high-efficiency heating systems have proven to be safer, more reliable, and more cost-effective. Get in touch with our experts at McMahon Plumbing & Heating to discuss your options and get a no-strings-attached quote. Visit our online contact page or give us a call at (617) 364-2200 to get started.