Furnace Repair & Replacement Questions

The technician compares the repair cost against replacement cost in writing. A furnace over 15 years old or facing a repair bill above roughly 50% of replacement value usually makes more financial sense to replace. You get both figures and make the call.

Yes. Denver and most surrounding county jurisdictions require a mechanical permit for furnace replacement. The technician handles permit filing as part of the installation scope, so the work is on record and your warranty stays intact.

Denver sits above 5,000 feet. Thinner air reduces combustion efficiency, so a furnace sized for sea level will underperform here. Equipment is sized using an altitude-adjusted heat load calculation to ensure the unit actually meets your home’s heating demand.

The technician measures heat rise across the heat exchanger, static pressure in the duct system, and flue draft to confirm safe exhaust. These three readings confirm the furnace is operating within manufacturer specifications before the job closes.

Yes. A written itemised estimate covering parts, labour, and timeline is provided after the diagnostic assessment. No work is scheduled until you have reviewed and approved the estimate.