Expert Heater Installation in Tucson AZ

Challenge

The Henderson family's 2,400 sq ft home built in 2003 was heating with an aging 80% AFUE furnace installed by the builder. Their winter gas bills averaged $145/month during December-February, and the 16-year-old furnace required $850 in repairs over two seasons including a failed limit switch and cracked blower motor housing. The family wanted to reduce heating costs and improve comfort in their master bedroom which always felt colder than the rest of the house during 35-40°F nights. Previous contractors recommended simple furnace replacement at similar 80% efficiency, but the Hendersons wanted maximum efficiency and long-term savings.

Solution

We installed a Carrier Infinity 96% AFUE variable-speed gas furnace with modulating gas valve, upgraded their programmable thermostat to a smart Carrier Cor WiFi thermostat with learning algorithms, sealed and insulated their attic ductwork eliminating 18% of identified air leakage, and balanced airflow throughout the home with register adjustments. The complete installation took one day with our two-person certified crew. We helped the family apply for $450 in combined TEP rebates and federal tax credits, processed all paperwork, and provided hands-on training on their new smart thermostat features.

Equipment Installed

Carrier Infinity 59MN7 96% AFUE variable-speed gas furnace, Carrier Cor WiFi smart thermostat, new PVC condensate drainage system

Measurable Results

Challenge

The Rodriguez family was building a new 2,800 sq ft energy-efficient home in Gladden Farms and wanted to make sustainable choices from the start. Their builder's standard HVAC package included a 14 SEER AC and 80% AFUE gas furnace for $8,500, but the family had researched heat pump technology and wanted to eliminate fossil fuel use while maximizing efficiency. They were concerned about heat pump performance during Tucson's occasional cold snaps below 30°F and wanted a backup system for extreme weather. Their solar panel installation was planned for the following year, making electric heating even more attractive.

Solution

We installed a Lennox XP21 dual-fuel heat pump system (20 SEER, 10 HSPF) with a 96% AFUE gas furnace backup, programmed with smart switchover controls automatically selecting the most economical heating source based on outdoor temperature and real-time utility rates, integrated with their new construction's sealed duct system designed for optimal airflow, and installed an Ecobee smart thermostat with remote sensors for multi-zone temperature monitoring. We coordinated with their solar installer to ensure electrical panel capacity and configured the system to prioritize heat pump operation for maximum solar energy utilization. Total installation required two days including coordination with other new construction trades.

Equipment Installed

Lennox XP21 heat pump system, Lennox EL296V 96% AFUE gas furnace backup, Ecobee smart thermostat with 3 remote sensors

Measurable Results

Challenge

The Simmons family's 19-year-old Rheem gas furnace failed completely during a cold January weekend when overnight temperatures dropped to 31°F. Their home was down to 58°F Sunday morning with two young children (ages 3 and 5) uncomfortable and unable to sleep. Multiple contractors they called weren't available for weekend emergency service or quoted 3-5 day lead times. The family's emergency fund was depleted from recent medical expenses, and they were concerned about affording quality replacement on short notice. They needed immediate installation, quality equipment, and financing options to spread costs over time.

Solution

We responded within 85 minutes of their Sunday morning emergency call, assessed their failed furnace with a cracked heat exchanger (unsafe to repair), and presented three replacement options with same-day installation availability and 0% financing for 60 months. The family selected a Goodman 92% AFUE furnace with 10-year parts warranty, approved for financing within 30 minutes, and we completed installation that afternoon including proper permitting and same-day inspection approval. Our emergency weekend service included no overtime charges, transparent pricing, and we helped them apply for a $300 TEP rebate reducing their financed amount. The family was heating comfortably by 5pm the same day.

Equipment Installed

Goodman GMVC92 92% AFUE two-stage gas furnace, new digital thermostat, updated safety controls

Measurable Results