Buying Your Next Furnace Direct - Some Tips
October 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Why should I choose one furnace over another?
When shopping for a new furnace, you may find yourself in a position where you are faced with the question “Is there a reason to pay $100 more for a furnace of the same size.” Sure there is.
Just because two Gas Furnaces are both 90%+, 75,000 BTU and each has a 3 ton blower, the idea of comparing them on cost alone is a fools game. Besides, if you are In the process of shopping for and purchasing your own replacement furnace, and you are concentrating on a few dollars price difference between furnaces, you are missing the big picture, or as I like to say, “Swallowing Elephants and Choking on Ants”.
Let me explain. Before going into the physical differences that should be considered when purchasing, that may lead to paying a little more to get the best value, let’s first talk about the bigger picture of purchasing direct. The fact that you have taken a very personal role in controlling your project cost by buying direct, means that you have been doing your homework and know that you can save up to and in some cases over 50% by taking this approach. This savings will come from employing the contractor of your choice and you will not be paying the sometimes huge profits that are charged for theses installations.
Don’t get so caught up in saving money that you overlook the fact that you not only have the opportunity to save big money during your installation process, but you also have the opportunity to own a higher quality product with the savings that you are realizing.
So let’s get to some of the quality differences that should be considered. Read more
Air Handler Installation Requirements
July 7, 2008 | 1 Comment
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
The following is an excerpt from the actual product installation guide. The complete guide can be obtained free of charge from HomeAirDirect.com
These instructions are intended as a general guide only for use by qualified persons and do not supersede any national or local codes in any way. Compliance with all local, state, or national codes pertaining to this type of equipment should be determined prior to installation. Read this entire instruction manual, as well as the instructions supplied in separate equipment, before starting the installation. All models are designed for indoor installation only. The installation of the air handler, field wiring, warm air ducts, etc. must conform to the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70 (latest edition) in the United States, and any state laws, and local ordinances (including plumbing or wastewater codes). Local authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installation is made.