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Furnaces remain the most popular home heating choice—delivering powerful, consistent warmth through forced air distribution, quickly heating your entire home with proven, dependable technology backed by decades of refinement.
Why Furnaces Work for Canadian Homes:
- Powerful Heat Output – Gas furnaces deliver immediate, robust warmth handling coldest winter temperatures effortlessly
- Fast Temperature Recovery – Quickly warming cold homes after setback periods or when doors open frequently
- Ductwork Integration – Working with existing air conditioning systems sharing distribution network
- Familiar Technology – Well-understood equipment with widespread parts availability and service expertise
- Cost-Effective Heating – Natural gas typically offers lowest per-BTU heating costs in most regions
Furnace Types and Efficiency Levels
- High-Efficiency Condensing (90-98% AFUE) – Two-stage heat exchangers capturing exhaust heat, dramatically reducing fuel consumption
- Mid-Efficiency Models (80-85% AFUE) – Reliable performance at lower upfront cost for budget-conscious installations
- Single-Stage Furnaces – On/off operation providing straightforward heating at economical price points
- Two-Stage Operation – Low and high fire settings improving comfort and efficiency
- Modulating Furnaces – Variable output adjusting precisely to heating demand for ultimate comfort and efficiency
Fuel Options and Considerations
- Natural Gas Furnaces – Most common and economical where gas service available
- Propane (LP) Furnaces – Alternative for rural homes without natural gas access
- Oil Furnaces – Traditional heating for regions where gas unavailable (replacement with modern options recommended)
- Dual-Fuel Systems – Gas furnace paired with heat pump for optimal efficiency year-round
- Fuel Conversion Services – Switching between fuel types when circumstances or availability changes
Installation and Replacement Services
- Complete System Replacement – Removing old furnaces and installing new high-efficiency equipment with proper venting
- New Construction Installation – Furnace and ductwork design for new homes ensuring optimal comfort and efficiency
- Ductwork Modifications – Upgrading or repairing distribution systems for improved airflow and performance
- Thermostat Upgrades – Smart controls, programmable scheduling, and zoning capabilities maximizing comfort and savings
- Same-Day Emergency Replacement – Priority service when furnaces fail during coldest weather
Sizing, Efficiency, and Long-Term Value
- Proper Load Calculations – Heat loss analysis ensuring correctly sized equipment (oversizing wastes money, undersizing fails in cold weather)
- Efficiency Investment Returns – High-efficiency models cost more upfront but save $200-600+ annually in fuel costs
- Rebate Programs Available – Government and utility incentives reducing initial investment for qualifying high-efficiency furnaces
- 15-20 Year Lifespan – Quality furnaces with annual maintenance delivering decades of reliable heating
- Warranty Protection – Manufacturer warranties covering heat exchangers (lifetime-20 years) and parts (5-10 years typical)
Contact Metric Air Limited for furnace installation delivering reliable, efficient warmth through Canadian winters.