{"id":1303,"date":"2024-01-22T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-22T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.acguyoftampa.com\/blog\/?p=1303"},"modified":"2024-01-29T15:27:10","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T20:27:10","slug":"how-long-do-heaters-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.acguyoftampa.com\/blog\/heating-service\/how-long-do-heaters-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Do Heaters Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You know your heater is built to last, but for how long? That part is always up in the air, and it depends on a few factors. Many of which are under your control on a day-to-day basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An \u201cit depends\u201d answer is never helpful, but while it is the truth around your heater\u2019s lifespan, we can outline the parameters under your control to help narrow down that timeline. So, how long do heaters last<\/a> on average? Let\u2019s find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Around 10\u201315 Years (on Average)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You will always be able to find anecdotal information from someone who\u2019s had their heater for X number of years, but you\u2019ll also find a high supply of homeowners who fit into the 10\u201315 year timeline as well. It\u2019s a safe scale to bet on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, this depends on some factors right from the time of installation to the daily operation and care of your heater. Let\u2019s break down some of the finer details so you can understand how that 10\u201315 year timeframe is calculated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Starts at Installation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your heater is too small for your home, it\u2019s struggling to keep up with the current demand. It needs to run for longer just to achieve the right level of indoor heat, and that causes excess wear and tear on that system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your heater is too big, it\u2019s drawing unnecessary amounts of power to heat your home, and it may impact its lifespan as well. It\u2019s important to have an appropriate-sized heater, which should be determined by your installation technician during the pre-installation appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How That Timeframe Is Impacted<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how your heater\u2019s lifespan is influenced:<\/p>\n\n\n\n