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Daikin Furnaces Review

Modernize Rating: 3/5

Average Cost: $3,200 - $6,150

Daikin, established in 1924, stands out in the HVAC industry with a comprehensive range of heating and cooling solutions, including efficient gas furnaces and air conditioners equipped with advanced variable technology for precise temperature control and utility savings. Their extensive service network and robust warranty offerings, including a 12-year parts and unit replacement guarantee, make Daikin a top choice for homeowners seeking reliable and cost-effective home comfort solutions.

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Daikin Furnace Brand Review

Daikin heating and cooling company has s been in business since 1924. The company specializes in heat pumps, central ac units, ductless air conditioner systems and new gas furnaces. As one of the biggest HVAC companies in business they have a very reliable network of warehouses, office buildings and service representatives and can provide repair services all over the country. They are based out of Dallas TX and manufacture top brands like Daikin, Amana, and Goodman furnace.

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Daikin Gas Furnaces

Daikin replacement gas furnaces and air conditioners operate at more precise output levels than competitor brands. That is because Daikin gas furnaces equipment comes fitted with variable compressors, blowers and fans. The variable technology pumps away heat or produces it at different rates, allowing a system to function at less than 100 percent capacity when less is all that’s needed. This advanced HVAC technology saves money and gives homeowners a smaller temperature range to enjoy  and save on utility bills and perfect your home’s heating and cooling.

If you were planning to install a new gas furnace and were interested in upgrading your current home AC unit as well you may want to plan to install a new Daikin air conditioner at the same time as well.


Daikin Furnace Installation Costs

The average cost to install a new heating unit can range from $3,200 and $6,150 for total installation costs. If you were to install a Daikin Dc97MC with a variable speed motor (touted as Daikin’s best furnace) with a 97% AFUE rating operating at 100,000 BTU and hour you could expect to pay $2,300 for the furnace unit alone. 

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What Daikin Furnace Model is Most Cost Effective for Your Climate?

If you are trying to decide what AFUE rating  you need from your new Daikin furnace, the first thing you will want to figure out is what is the most cost effective Dakin model for your home’s size and climate. A new home furnace needs to be able to handle the heating needs of your local climate based off of average temperatures during the colder months. We have separated each region of all 50 U.S. states below into a climate map to help give you an idea of what will be the best for option you.

  • Zone 1, 2, 3: – 80% AFUE
  • Zone 4: – 90% to 93% AFUE
  • Zone 5: – 93% to 95% + AFUE

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Daikin Furnace Warranty

Daikin HVAC has 64 different base locations with supply stores in even more areas. With so many different bases of operation, the company is able to help resolve most issues quickly. Getting replacement parts is a simple matter and warranty issues are resolved quickly and effectively. While other manufacturers offer 5 or 10 year limited warranties, Daikin offers a 12 year furnace unit replacement and 12 year parts limited warranty to its customers.


Daikin Furnace Installers

Daikin carefully screens the contractors that it does business with and if you can locate a Daikin Comfort Service Pro in your area, you can rest-assured that they will offer you good service and a quality installation. These pros are bound by the Daikin comfort promise and will help keep your system up and running throughout its lifespan. It is important to find a reliable local HVAC installer before you get started with a Daikin product, so you have someone to rely on to service and repair the equipment the whole time you have it.

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