Is your old furnace on its last legs and now you're ready to get a new one? If so, you need to put some thought into what kind of furnace is going to be installed before you make a purchasing decision. Here are some considerations for getting new furnaces.

Discounts and Rebates

One thing to look into is if your local energy provider offers any sort of discounts or rebates for getting a new furnace. You may be surprised to learn that you can get some savings back for getting a specific type of energy efficient furnace that uses less energy, even if it is more expensive. There may also be rebates if you have a new furnace installed along with a new energy efficient air conditioner.

The local and federal government sometimes has tax credits that you can receive from buying furnace that's energy efficient. This will help reduce how much you owe in taxes at the end of the year, which can offset the initial purchase price.

Home Size And Furnace Sizing

If it has been a while since you last had a furnace installed, you may be surprised to learn that you need a professional to help get the correct size furnace for the space. It is possible that you need something stronger than what you one had for one of several reasons.

Furnace sizing is based on factors beyond the square footage of a home, though square footage does play a key role. HVAC contractors also look at what kind of insulation you have, the roofing material, window, and things of that nature. If you made home improvements that improved energy efficiency, you may be able to get away with a smaller furnace.

If you have made renovations to your home to increase the square footage, this will obviously change your needs and require a bigger furnace to heat the entire space.

Installation Timeframe

Looking to save some money on your furnace installation? Don't wait until the furnace is dead to replace it, since this will require an emergency service to get a new furnace running as soon as possible. Try scheduling your furnace installation for the summer months so that the job is not rushed. You may be able to get a lower price from more competitive furnace installation companies that are looking for business during a very slow time of the year for them.