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October 19, 2009
ISO: Inexpensive gas furnace
Hi all,
Anyone know where we can buy an inexpensive furnace nearby and asap? Gently used would be fine, but it needs to have 100-120 BTU capacity - so a big one. My research powers are failing me... If the installation is inexpensive too we may need that, otherwise except for gas we'll do ourselves... EXCEPT we also need someone to run some duct work in the basement to hook up with existing ductwork that goes up.
Thanks! sign me: no furnace and about to freeze
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Hm....is it just me or maybe installing your own gas furnace is not a good idea? Call any heating/plumbing company in your area. If I'm not mistaken this usually runs around $6,000 or so, including installation. (Assuming you already have a gas furnace and don't need permits and lines checked and run.)
Posted by: mopar at October 19, 2009 5:54 PM
when you die from this stupid idea will you be happy that you saved a thousand dollars?
Posted by: eman1234 at October 19, 2009 9:43 PM
YOUR BETTER OFF GETTING SPACE HEATERS FOR NOW.
Posted by: Gowanus_Bklyn at October 19, 2009 9:53 PM
Thanks mopar and especially eman1234, very helpful I hadn't thought of that. DUH. The question remains. Does anyone know where I can buy an inexpensive furnace? We have a plumber to do the gas line (as I stated above), an electrician to do the electrical, it is all permited, everyone is licensed and ready to go - we even have two licensed contractors (the "us" above) to install. I just need the furnace and the prices I am getting through contractors and elsewhere are inflated. Thanks anyone who can tell me who sells furnaces locally.
Posted by: amybnyc at October 19, 2009 9:57 PM
I am sure there is bunch of them on craigs list and ebay. But if you buy something used and cheap and will have to replace it soonish, you probably will pay more for labor and replacement.
Posted by: bobjohn at October 19, 2009 10:17 PM
try pronto gas heating supply on chrystie street in nyc..they are the most knowledgeable guys that i know
Posted by: eman1234 at October 19, 2009 10:58 PM
tired of back peddling eman1234? Always with the fear, what gives? and please quit posting links on a topic that you found from Google!
Posted by: pig three at October 19, 2009 11:23 PM
You can try mfgrs reps for the big boiler cos, Wallace Ennis for example, maybe they know of some used ones. Seems to me tho if you are paying all these plumbers and electricians why go so cheap on the boiler? Get a new one with a warranty.
Posted by: denton at October 20, 2009 6:12 PM
wtf pig three?...i was being apologetic for being to harsh on the op...
Posted by: eman1234 at October 20, 2009 7:27 PM
My plumber friend buys from ABCO I believe at cost. I will call him today and find out the Cost +-.
Posted by: Aodrafting at October 21, 2009 12:40 AM
Oh, you're a licensed contractor. That's different.
Posted by: mopar at October 21, 2009 1:24 PM
Just trying to help in this tough economic times. It's not all about money. It's who you know. Contacts are very important. You never know who they know and what they can do to help you.
Posted by: Aodrafting at October 21, 2009 11:06 PM
I just got a call from my plumber friend and he got a price for two different units w/ 5 year Warranties. One is 80% efficiency @ $750 and one 90% efficiency @ $950 w/ tax rebates. My email is aodrafting@gmail.com. Email me your name & number to discuss all the details. Thanks Good Luck.
Posted by: Aodrafting at October 22, 2009 10:22 AM
Thanks everyone - especially aodrafting!!!
Posted by: amybnyc at October 22, 2009 11:09 AM
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