Doing home maintenance on your own is fun and sometimes necessary. There’s nothing like a sense of accomplishment that you’ve done something yourself and checked one more task off your list. But then there are the jobs we shouldn’t do on our own—furnace/heater installation in Waterloo is at the top of that list. At Air and Water Care, we’ve seen firsthand what can go wrong when an improper furnace or heater installation is done. Let’s take a look at why you should always hire a professional, certified technician for this type of job.
Safety Hazards Galore
Working with gas lines, electrical wiring, venting, and combustible materials takes knowledge and the right tools. One mistake and you could have a fire or an explosion, carbon monoxide poisoning, and who knows what else? Is it really worth saving a few bucks to put your family at risk? Professionals will make sure the job is done right and safely, according to code.
A Costly Mistake
While you may pat yourself on the back for saving money in the first place, once you’ve had an improperly done furnace/heater installation in Waterloo, you’ll end up paying way more than if you were to just call a professional instead. If any potential issues occur, you’ll have to pay again for it to be repaired correctly. Many homeowner’s insurance policies that you’ll probably need to cover in the event of a disaster won’t cover damage that resulted from the do-it-yourself install either. That cheap solution doesn’t seem so anymore, does it?
Efficiency Losses
In addition, high-efficiency furnaces need precise installation and tuning to achieve their stated efficiency ratings. Without combustion analyzers and other specialized test equipment, you’ll probably leave both efficiency and money on the table. If the venting or airflow are incorrect, the efficiency problems will be compounded. And if the system is not installed by trained technicians, you won’t get the best performance out of your system or your return on investment.
Code Violations
Did you know that there are extensive codes and regulations for furnace/heater installation in Waterloo? If you try to go solo and don’t adhere to the prevailing law, it can make your home technically illegal and may even decrease the value of your home. That’s not good for a resale, is it? Certified installers know all the codes and the background story.
Invalidated Warranties
A licensed, qualified professional must install the large furnace or heater made by major brands for the equipment to be covered under warranty. With one careless, do-it-yourself stroke of the sledgehammer, you void your several thousand-dollar warranty. If something goes wrong later, you pay one hundred percent of the repair or replacement costs out of pocket.
Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff
Even changing the air filter or cleaning the flame sensor can be dangerous when you don’t know what you are doing because forced air systems have very specific airflow specifications that technicians know but that even an experienced do-it-yourself veteran may not. And with, well, gas, you don’t want to be poking around without extensive training. To suffice, there’s nothing shameful about relying on Air and Water Care for furnace/heater installation in Waterloo!
