# Repair or Replace Your Furnace? (Demonstration)

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## How the factors usually point

| Factor | Leans repair | Weigh carefully | Leans replace |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furnace age | Under about 12 years | 12 to 18 years | Over about 18 to 20 years |
| Repair size | Minor or moderate part | Major part (inducer, board, blower motor) | Heat exchanger or multiple major parts |
| Safety findings | None | Minor venting or wear issues | Cracked heat exchanger, CO concern |
| Repair history | First issue in years | Repairs most winters | Repeated failures, same symptom |
| Comfort | Even and adequate | Some rooms lag | Persistent cold rooms, short cycling |
| Home plans | Staying, no changes | Remodel or AC replacement soon | Adding cooling, heat pump, or addition |

## Rule of thumb
Age in years multiplied by repair cost: above roughly 5,000, replacement deserves a serious look. Safety findings override the math.

## Decision risks
Replacing on fear without evidence; repairing past the point of value; sizing to the old unit; ignoring ductwork.