13 Step DIY Furnace Installation Part 13 of 13
Part 12 of 13 steps to Install a Furnace in Your Home
Well here’s the moment you’ve been waiting for. It’s time to see if all your i’s have been dotted and all your t’s have been crossed. Time to flip the switch on the furnace and see if it works. If you have purchased the “Furnace Installation Instructions” book mentioned below, everything will work just fine provided you followed every step in great detail.
Furnace Installation Instructions – 13 Easy Steps
Step 13. Starting up your equipment. Usually the instructions from the manufacturer will tell you exactly how they would like the new furnace started and tested. Follow their instructions as closely as possible.
13 Step DIY Furnace Installation Part 12 of 13
Part 12 of 13 steps to Install a Furnace in Your Home
You’ve done all the preparation, have all the tools, the old furnace is gone and now it’s time to start your very own furnace installation.
Furnace Installation Instructions – 13 Easy Steps
Step 12. Putting it all back together. This section is broken up into 6 sub-sections.
13 Step DIY Furnace Installation Parts 9 through 11 of 13
Part 9 through 11 of 13 steps to Install a Furnace in Your Home
While step 9 would seem to state the obvious, it’s worth reminding folks just the same. So, disconnect the power before you get started uninstalling your heating cooling system! Step 10, on the other hand, is advice most people would never even think of. It’s hard to believe but some heating and cooling contractors install new systems using the furnace for support. Yeah, crazy huh? Well we can assure you that at Heating Cooling Seattle that’s never going to be the case.
Furnace Installation Instructions – 13 Easy Steps
13 Step DIY Furnace Installation Part 8 of 13
Part 8/13 steps to Install a Furnace in Your Home
So you’ve planned your furnace installation project out well, now where will you buy a new gas furnace? Many people nowadays immediately turn to the internet, but what about parts, service and furnace warranty? You should also consider buying locally. You will pay less for shipping and have a valuable resource in case you need to ask a few questions.
13 Step DIY Furnace Installation Parts 4 through 7 of 13
Parts 4 through 7 of 13 steps to Install a Furnace in Your Home
Nothing is more frustrating than not having all the materials needed to complete a job. The same holds true when it comes to furnace installation. Have all the parts and accessories needed before you start installing a gas furnace and the project will go much smoother.
Furnace Installation Instructions – 13 Easy Steps
13 Step DIY Furnace Installation Part 3 of 13
Part 3/13 steps to Install a Furnace in Your Home
Choosing the right furnace to install is vitally important to ensure your equipment performs at it’s peak efficiency, is affordable and will last for many years after the initial furnace installation.
Furnace Installation Instructions – 13 Easy Steps
Step 3. Assessing the Heating Cooling System and duct-work. This is the most important step. Why? The answer might surprise you. It might even surprise some HVAC Contractors. The heating equipment must be sized right. Hands down. No exceptions. Why? You might be thinking “Doesn’t the rule ‘the bigger the better’ apply here?” No. Let me rephrase that: Heck no!
13 Step DIY Furnace Installation Part 2 of 13
Part 2/13 steps to Install a Furnace in Your Home
Evaluating what kind of furnace is perfect for you and your family is where we come in. At Heating Cooling Seattle, we strongly urge you to have an experienced heating cooling contractor come out to your home and evaluate your heating needs to get the furnace properly sized for your home.
Furnace Installation Instructions – 13 Easy Steps
Step 2. Assessing your home. You are going to need to understand how your home is made and insulated. Do you have new or old windows and doors? Is there any air infiltrating your home via dryer vents, window fans, etc? Do you have a basement or is your home on a concrete slab? You will need to know this in order to install the correct furnace equipment in your home.
13 Step DIY Furnace Installation Part 1 of 13
Part 1/13 steps to Install a Furnace in Your Home
If you are interested in furnace installation and are wondering how to get started, this guide should serve quite well to get you started. although we strongly recommend hiring a professional heating cooling contractor when it comes to furnace installation, you should be able to do it yourself if you follow these instructions.
Furnace Installation Instructions – 13 Easy Steps
My experience in life has taught me that if you are able to break projects up into simple steps, you will become the master of that project. That is the difference between a smart person and a wise person.
