Attention San Diego residents! New air quality regulations will affect homeowners starting May 14th, 2025. San Diego County has ruled that all furnaces sold or installed after May 14th must meet strict pollution requirements.
What are the New Furnace Emission Standards?
Without getting into the industry jargon, the new policy states that new Gas furnaces must meet ultra-low NOx emission limits. Unfortunately, these new emissions standards will come with a higher equipment cost when replacing a furnace.
Why Does This Matter?
This policy most directly affects homeowners, if not some businesses, too. With the majority of homes in San Diego running on gas-fired furnaces. However, if you are installing a new furnace or replacing an old one, you must choose a low-NOx model. Alternatively there are other options, such as a fully electric heat pump system. Heat pump systems are extremely efficient while avoiding all of the emissions regulations. Homeowners should consult their local, trusted HVAC company to be presented with all available options and solutions.
How Earth Air Systems Can Help
At Earth Air Systems, we install and repair energy-efficient, policy-compliant equipment. We stay up to date with San Diego County’s HVAC and emissions regulations so that you can be sure your system meets county requirements. We can help you choose the best furnace for your home while also improving energy efficiency and air quality. Call us to schedule a consultation!
