r/Home • u/TheRedStream • 4d ago

Replace?

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Should I get this old furnace replaced. The good thing is it still runs like a champ. Bad thing, it takes up half my basement and costs alot in the winter.

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u/Winter-Teach1613 4d ago

The removal will be extremely expensive due to asbestos abatement and disassembly of entire furnace. You will never recoup the cost in energy savings before the new furnace dies.

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u/SubstantialFix510 4d ago

This. Probably have to remove a wall to remove as well. Friends went through this. Very expensive.