InFluential_Magazine_March_April_2017

IN FLUENCE
Lifestyle
6
COST
FACTORS DRIVING THE
OF YOUR NEW
HVAC SYSTEM
MORE THAN HALF
OF HOMES IN THE U.S
WERE BUILT BEFORE
1980, ACCORDING TO
U.S. CENSUS FIGURES.
W
ith most home heating
and ventilation systems
lasting around 20 years,
millions of American homeowners
will be looking at replacing their
HVAC systems this year. If you’ll be
among them, understanding the
factors that influence the cost of a
system could help save you money
in the long run.
“The cost of HVAC systems can vary
widely, and most people who face
replacing a system have never gone
through the process before,” says
Steve Hoffins, director of marketing,
Luxaire, a heating and cooling systems
manufacturer. “Sorting through your
options can be challenging. However,
finding the right system for your
home can greatly influence energy
efficiency, your home’s comfort and
its resale value.” Here are six factors
that affect the cost of installing a new
heating and cooling system, and
what you should know about each:
The Size of Your Home
You can probably guess that the
larger the home, the bigger the system
you’ll need to adequately heat and
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MARCH / APRIL 2017