Gas Furnaces
Furnace Repair Experts
Located just miles Bozeman, Four Corners, and Manhattan, Monarch Heating and Cooling services all furnace repairs, new installations and general furnace services. Our team is experienced in dealing with all brands and units and is ready to exceed your expectations. With over 250+ Google customers rating us 5 stars you can trust we do great work so give us a call at (406) 418-9373 or submit a quote request so we can make sure your home stays comfortable and warm.
How to Choose the Right Furnace
Are you thinking about upgrading your furnace but not quite sure where to begin?
We understand. Furnaces are more efficient than ever, with a plethora of features designed to keep you comfortable. They come in different sizes and shapes, some more powerful than others. They also have different price points based on their efficiency ratings.
The thermostat is the brains of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. But it’s the furnace that provides all the muscle, teaming up with your ductwork to send warm air throughout your Montana home.
And always remember, a happy home is a warm one! It would only take a few cold days in a row with no indoor heat for all the pipes in your home to freeze.
What matters most is to pick the right furnace that fits your budget and the size of your home. Our team at Monarch Heating and Cooling has the knowledge and expertise to help you make that choice. We’re a trusted name in the Belgrade for creating healthy homes. Give us a call today—we can schedule a free consultation to help with your next home improvement project.
Choosing the Right Furnace by Fuel Type
Your first decision is easy: choosing the fuel type.
The most common source is natural gas. Your local utility company supplies the fuel delivered to your home through an underground gas line. The price of natural gas is relatively stable, so you don’t have to worry about cost fluctuations. Plus, you never need to worry about storage.
- If you have access to a natural gas line, we strongly recommend a gas furnace. These furnaces have proven their value over the years for providing steady comfort on the coldest of days.
- Oil furnaces are a popular alternative in the United States, particularly in parts of the Northeast that do not have easy access to natural gas. These types of furnaces last longer than a gas furnace but do not operate as efficiently. Oil prices fluctuate more than natural gas prices, making it harder to gauge your monthly expenses. Plus, you will need a storage tank for the oil.
- Electric furnaces tend to last longer than gas furnaces and cost less to install. On the other hand, they are more expensive to operate and take longer to heat your home. Anyone living in a cold climate would enjoy more comfort with a gas or oil furnace.
Choosing the Right Furnace Speed
Furnaces run at different speeds. The operating speed you choose will impact your comfort, budget, and indoor air quality (IAQ).
Single-stage furnaces have just two settings, on or off. Your furnace switches on and continues to run to reach the desired temperature. Once it reaches the temperature, the furnace turns off. Single-stage furnaces are the most affordable models and easiest to install. But they are the least efficient and tend to create hot and cold spots in larger homes.
Two-stage furnaces run at full-speed and half-speed. This allows your furnace to heat your home more evenly, producing a more consistent temperature from room to room. In addition to producing better heating, the half-speed setting is much quieter.
Variable speed furnaces are the gold standard of the heating world. These models adjust their speeds to provide precise comfort. They run longer at slower speeds, improving efficiencies while lowering your energy bills. Because they do not frequently cycle on and off, these systems tend to have fewer breakdowns.
Variable speed furnaces are much more adept in maintaining your indoor air quality, catching harmful particles, and eliminating excess moisture that causes mold growth. Larger homes benefit tremendously from variable speed furnaces.
Choosing an Efficient Furnace
The AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating on your furnace indicates how much energy it converts. An energy-efficient furnace with an AFUE rating of 95 can convert 95 percent of the energy it consumes into heat.
The higher the AFUE rating, the more money you save on monthly utility bills. Energy-efficient furnaces emit fewer greenhouse gases and make less noise when they operate. If you want to reduce your home’s carbon footprint, the perfect place to start is with your heating and cooling equipment!
How Much Money Can a New Furnace Save You?
Our AFUE energy savings calculator can help determine how much you could save on your utility bills. Just enter your current unit’s AFUE value and compare it to a newer, more efficient system.
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Furnace Installation or Replacement
Don’t invest in a quality HVAC system and then hire a substandard contractor to install it. You will never enjoy the full benefits of a system installed incorrectly.
At Monarch Heating and Cooling, we specialize in installing equipment the right way. We take our time to ensure everything is measured correctly. Our team will also conduct a thorough energy audit of your home to find additional ways to lower your energy use.
Be sure to ask about our convenient financing options designed to make it easy for you to create your dream home.
Furnace Repairs
Odd sounding noises, a spike in energy bills, or constant cycling—these signs indicate a problem with your furnace. Don’t wait for a minor issue to turn into a costly problem. Give us a call today if you detect a problem with your HVAC system. We promise never to replace a part unless necessary—or if we can demonstrate significant cost savings.
Furnace Maintenance
Want to get the most value from your HVAC system? Develop a preventative maintenance plan. Doing so can rejuvenate your equipment, increase your comfort, and lower your operating costs.
Call Us Today
Our entire team at Monarch Heating and Cooling values the trust you placed in our company—we promise to work extra hard to keep your business. Let us install your next furnace. Give our Belgrade, MT, office a call today for a free consultation. Call us at (406) 418-9373 or request service online today.
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“Excellent experience, great communication with both the people that came to service my furnace as well as the office staff, who scheduled promptly and followed up to make sure all was well. Punctual, no superfluous fees. Highly recommend!”
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“Excellent experience, great communication with both the people that came to service my furnace as well as the office staff who scheduled promptly and followed up to make sure all was well. Punctual, no superfluous fees. Highly recommend!”
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“I just want to let you know what a very positive experience I had with Quinn this morning. He showed up on time and was very professional and friendly. After he completed the furnace and thermostat check he explained in detail what he did, why he did it and had pictures which were very helpful for me as a customer. He is definitely a credit and an asset to your company. I also have to commend Kara who was my first point of contact with your company when I made the appointment. She certainly has nailed what the definition of Outstanding customer service entails and I believe that service is lacking in too many businesses today. Kara gave me a very good first impression of Monarch Heating and Cooling. I will be glad to recommend your company in the future and you will be my Heating and Cooling company in the future. Thank you”
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“I just want to let you know what a very positive experience I had with Quinn this morning. He showed up on time and was very professional and friendly. After he completed the furnace and thermostat check he explained in detail what he did, why he did it and had pictures which were very helpful for me as a customer. He is definitely a credit and an asset to your company. I also have to commend Kara who was my first point of contact with your company when I made the appointment. She certainly has nailed what the definition of Outstanding customer service entails and I believe that service is lacking in too many businesses today. Kara gave me a very good first impression of Monarch Heating and Cooling. I will be glad to recommend your company in the future and you will be my Heating and Cooling company in the future. Thank you”
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“Just wanted to send a quick text to say Quinn is AMAZING!!! He was super friendly, explained what he did in a very clear and precise way and was super professional. He is truly a wonderful representative of Monarch heating and cooling! I will be sure to recommend you guys not only based on Quinn, but on the wonderful customer service you guys provided up to my appointment! Thank you so much for being a company that truly understands great customer service as well as having friendly and knowledgeable employees. Thank you!!!!”
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“We had our heater replaced and was very pleased with the service. Everyone including Cara in the office and our techs, Tony and Elijah, were very friendly, efficient, and professional. Would definitely recommend.”
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“Monarch apparently wrote the book on good customer service! From the initial call to the final repair of my misbehaving furnace, everyone in the organization was on their game. Communication was thorough and clear. David and Elijah were prompt and professional. Good luck to any other HVAC company in Belgrade, because you've got some pretty awesome competition!”
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“Excellent experience with Monarch. Got me in next day. Tony was my technician and was extremely professional and knowledgeable. He took the time to analyze what could be the issue (since of course it wasn’t making the noise I complained about). He laid out the next steps if it continued and offered a couple of different solutions. Will recommend and certainly use Monarch in the future.”
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“Had condensation pump not working. Called and had an appt a week later. Tech was early and very thorough. Did routine maintenance as well”