5 Signs A Heating Upgrade May Be In Your Future

Your body sends signals when something isn’t quite right, and your heating system does the same. If you're noticing increased fuel usage, uneven room temperatures, or strange noises among other things with your home’s heating, these could be signs your equipment is struggling. Catching these signals early could mean upgrading your system before a full breakdown occurs!

To help monitor the state of your heating and cooling system throughout the rest of this winter, we’ve put together our list of 5 signs that may indicate the need for an upgrade in the near future.

1. Higher-Than-Usual Fuel Usage

An older heating system frequently uses more energy than a modern, more efficient model, often manifesting as higher fuel usage with time. If your delivery gallons have risen significantly in recent years, a heating system nearing the end of its lifespan may be to blame.

2. Uneven Temperatures Throughout Your Home

Another common sign of an older, faltering heating system is an inability to evenly heat the entirety of your home. This may mean certain rooms or areas of your home remain colder than others, despite the temperature you set your heating to.

3. Fuel Smell

If you’ve noticed any strange smells while using your home’s heating system, this may indicate a fuel release. Although heating oil is a very safe home heating solution, fuel releases do occur on occasion in older tanks. Whether or not you’ve noticed any unusual smells, enjoy peace of mind with Spring Brook’s TankSure® Program, designed to regularly inspect and ensure the integrity of your fuel tank.

4. A Noisy System

If you’ve noticed unusual noises from your heating system, like banging or whirring, this may be another sign pointing toward an aging system with worn-out components.

5. Short Cycling

Finally, another telltale sign of a heating system requiring an upgrade is short cycling — when your heating system frequently kicks on and off in short intervals. This may indicate a system struggling to maintain its set temperature.

Ensure Your Heating System is Prepared for Seasons to Come

If you’ve noticed any of the above signs this winter, it may be time for a heating system upgrade this year. To schedule an inspection for your home’s heating system and help you determine a new model for installation this spring or summer if necessary, Spring Brook Ice & Fuel is only a phone call away!