Reasons To Consider a new Furnace

There are so many rebates and credits out there nowadays to buy a new heating and air system I sometimes wonder if customers get confused a little about exactly what the right thing to do is when it comes to replacing their system. Don't get me wrong, all these credits and incentives are great.....but when it really comes down to it, incentives should be considered AFTER it is determined whether a new furnace or air conditioner makes sense. So let's take a look at some reasons "to buy or not to buy".....

First of all, let's look at the age of your system. If your Air Conditioner or Heat Pump is less than 10 years old it probably makes more sense to repair it. If you don't have a maintenance plan on a system that old, you will want to contact a NATE certified company to come out and take a look.

(A quick word about NATE. If the technician working on your system is NATE certified, it means that you are working with someone who is serious about heating and air. NATE is a nationally recognized organization that requires not only classroom training, but also a working knowledge in the field. They also require ongoing training in the latest heating and air technologies, which believe me, are changing with every year. It also means that the technician is not new to the business.....learning on your dime. Be sure and ask the technician if he or she is NATE certified and ask for their NATE certification number so you can verify it online. Important to do this since some companies will tell you they are NATE certified because a few of their employees are, but not necessarily the tech they send out to your home.)

Many times a system that is less than 10 years old is repairable, and with a scheduled maintenance plan will last much longer than a system that is not serviced regularly.

So what are some telltale signs that you may want to replace your existing unit?

1. High energy bills. This is not always your heating and air conditioner's fault. Sometimes high bills are because of other factors such as poor insulation, leaky windows, and other equipment in your home that eat up power. You can check with your local utility to see how you compare to your neighbors when it comes to power usage.

2. Constant repairs. If you are having to repair something every season, it may make sense to replace it with a new one that has a good warranty. Those repairs can really add up and generally point to other issues which are sometimes related to an improper installation of your equipment when it was new.

3.Uncomfortable rooms in your home. Remember, a large part of how your system operates has to do with proper air flow. Duct sizing, duct design, static air pressures, proper btu sizing and selection, refrigerant charge, these are all variables that can affect your system's performance and how you actually feel in your home. And this is where many companies fall short, both in training of their technicians and comfort advisors. Be sure and ask questions about duct sizing and static pressures. If the technician you are speaking with is not comfortable about discussing either of these issues it is time to look for a professional.

4.Noise. Believe it or not, many of our service calls are prompted by any unfamiliar or loud sound and that's ok. Even an untrained ear can hear that something just isn't right, and sometimes it's true. That loud banging noise may be a clue that expensive repairs are on the way or that it may be time to consider new equipment.

Well, hope these suggestions will help. When it's all said and done, though, you need to have a company and technician that you can trust. Let's face it, it takes years of experience to understand heating, cooling, and air flow and there are way too many "professional" out there who sound like they know what they are doing but just haven't been in the business long enough to know the real cause of your problem and what the best solution is.

Bonney Plumbing, Heating and Air only hires and uses experienced, trained professionals to do the work. Rest assured that when you call Bonney, someone is on the way who can fix your problem. So if you are wondering about all those rebates out there....we can help sort out what's best for you. Call Bonney Plumbing Heating and Air today at 916-444-0551.

Last Chance for the $1500.00 Tax Credit

How did December creep up on us so fast? Been putting off replacing that old furnace or heat pump? Need some quick end of the year tax help? Well you have less than one month left to replace your old, inefficient heating unit with a new, state of the art energy miser and get up to a $1,500 Federal Tax Credit for qualifying equipment.

That's right. Now is a great time to move forward with that heating upgrade. The Federal Tax Credit has been available for almost two years now and has been a great incentive for thousands of people just like you who have wanted to eliminate high heating bills and increase comfort with a new system. But time is running out.

How to qualify? Simple. Talk to a competent heating specialist like Bonney Plumbing, Heating and air to discover some great options available for upgrading your home comfort this winter season.

You've worked too hard to not be able to enjoy a warm winter this year. With incentives like the tax credit plus other end of the year incentives out there, now is the best time to take advantage and be comfortable with an affordable, efficient system designed to last.

Did you know that today's heating systems can come with lifetime warranties on some of the more important components? That's peace of mind you can't get with many large purchases. Also, you can get up to 10 years for parts and labor warranties! That's hassle free heating and air for as long as the year 2021! Hard to beat that! Don't miss out! Less than four weeks left for the $1,500.00 Federal Tax Credit program.

So if you are ready to take control of your family's heating needs and not let an aging furnace or heat pump control you, contact Bonney Plumbing, Heating and Air at 916-444-0551 right now, or contact us on the web at www.bonneyplumbing.com now.