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Avatar for Rhymes Heating & Cooling
Rhymes Heating & Cooling
4.8(
193
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Within 1 hour of calling Adam, the service technician, arrived. He was polite & explained each step when he was testing different components of the furnace. He tested the furnace after each step and waited to ensure it functioned properly."
Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Fresh Air Heating & Cooling
4.8(
276
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1947

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was excellent all the way around. The staff member who contacted me was very nice and helpful. They were able to come out the same day (I did not have heat). They sent me a text message with a picture of the technician which I thought was an excellent feature. The technician, Jeff, was very nice and extremely knowledgeable. I would definitely hire them again because the work was top quality and the cost was fair and reasonable."
Fresh Air Van
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+2

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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SmartHouse Heating & Cooling
4.7(
593
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1947

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We found SmartHouse almost by accident while looking for solutions to what turned out to be botched previous AC installation by a much bigger and more established company who we had trusted to do a decent job. Instead we ended up with a system that wouldn't cool the house. Smarthouse first correctly diagnosed the problem, then fixed it, and advised us on how best to heat and cool our 100+ old house. We now have a service contract with them for regular maintenance and they recently installed a mini-split for us. Their techs are great. Just the sort of people we would feel comfortable leaving alone in the house to finish a job if necessary."
Old boiler being removed
A Manual-J load calculation is performed to determine the precise amount of heating and cooling needed for each space.
Installing a Mitsubishi Hyper Heat Mini Split System to Heat and Cool this Sunroom Addition.
Mitsubishi outdoor unit installed on rooftop to heat and cool 3rd floor of this St. Louis City home.
Daikin FIT Heat Pump Installed in University City Home

+106

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Hosack Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Hosack Plumbing Heating & Cooling
4.8(
344
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Mike was awesome, very knowledgeable and friendly. Efficiently got the furnace running as it should be! Even took the time to educate me on what the issue was and explained what he did to fix it. Highly recommend!"
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Response time6 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dunn Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning / Dunn One Hour Heating and Air Cond
4.7(
272
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert did a great job in checking out my furnace that wasn't operating and provided me with the next steps I needed to take with the gas company. I can't say enough good things about Robert. He was so extremely helpful and informative. I'm a delighted customer and am glad I have Dunn for my heating and cooling needs."
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Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
McKenny Services
4.9(
38
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"For several days my Furnace would not come on. I went on home advisors and and put in my request for Furnace Repair and got several options I read the reviews for each option and I decided to give McKinney Services a call. i placed a call to MCKenny services. Mr. MCKenny called back and I explain the problem to him. I made an appointment. He called when he was on his way. Very professional and courteous. I felt comfortable. He checked my furnace and luckily on my part it was a quick fix Amen.Ii was only charged a service charge. I been looking to replace my usual go to person for some time now i think i will stick to MCKenny services from now. Ms. Howard"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Redbird HVAC LLC
4.9(
57
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jedediah was very professional. The price to replace my HVAC was good and the installation of my new unit was great. I would recommend DT Restoration for their heating & cooling services"
Carrier Furnace
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Hoffmann Brothers
4.5(
43
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Had new hvac, furnace, and hwh installed. Furnace had a couple of air leaks between a coil and furnace which I fixed myself. Hvac was spot on. Hwh failed first inspection, but was corrected in same day. For the premium price paid, these issues should not happen. Quality 4.5 because of these issues, same goes for value. Customer service is very good. They are very professional, work looks very good, clean worksite afterwards. I would recommend, but don't think about negotiating price with them. Their labor is very high."
Installation
Installation
Heat Pump
Heat Pump
Furnace

+14

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Wise Men Heating and Cooling, LLC
Wise Men Heating and Cooling, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving University City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The father and son duo was very professional. My emergency happened after typical business hours but they still came out take a look at my thermostat. Very polite and informative. Once the store opened, they got what they needed and returned the next morning. They did an excellent job and are very affordable. I look forward to continuing business with them."
Full furnace
Full furnace
Full furnace
Heating Cooling HVAC
HVAC

+2

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for furnace / forced air heating system install or replace projects in University City, MO

Converting from an oil furnace to an electric furnace isn't a simple swap—the oil system needs to be completely removed before installing the electric furnace. You'll need a full electric system installation, but you might be able to reuse existing ductwork if it's up to current safety standards. You’ll need to budget for a new electric furnace installation, which costs between $1,800 and $6,200, including professional removal, proper disposal, and safe installation of the new system.

Electric furnaces are 100% efficient at converting electricity into heat. However, some of that heat can be lost as it travels through your home's ductwork or escapes through poorly insulated areas. That's why regular duct maintenance and proper home insulation are important to maximize your furnace's efficiency and reduce heat loss, ensuring consistent warmth and lower energy costs.

With proper maintenance, an electric furnace can last anywhere from 20 to 30 years, outlasting the average gas furnace's lifespan of 15 to 20 years. To keep your electric furnace running efficiently, schedule regular cleanings, tighten connections, and have inspections done before winter arrives. With routine maintenance, you’ll ensure consistent, safe heating for years to come.

The size of the electric furnace you need depends on factors like your home's square footage, climate, and insulation quality. As a general guideline, those who live in warmer climates should multiply their square footage by 30 to 35 BTUs, while those in cooler areas should multiply it by 50 to 60 BTUs.

Consulting with an HVAC professional can help you determine the exact size that's right for your home.

An electric furnace works by converting electricity into heat using high-resistance heating elements. A blower then pushes the warm air through your home's ductwork, distributing heat evenly throughout your space. Since there's no combustion involved, electric furnaces eliminate the risks associated with gas furnaces and provide consistent, reliable heating when properly installed.

An electric furnace uses between 40 and 80 kilowatts per day to heat your home. The exact amount it uses depends on factors like your home's size, insulation, and overall energy requirements. Larger homes or those with poor insulation use more energy than smaller, well-insulated spaces. A professional furnace assessment can help confirm the ideal unit size for your needs.

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