Walkertown, in eastern Forsyth County about 15 miles north of High Point, is home to roughly 5,900 people. Its housing skews newer than much of the Triad, with a median build year of 1995, and 81% of residences are detached houses. Heating is mixed: electricity serves 68% of households, natural gas 20%, and fuel oil a notable 8%, with propane making up the remainder.
Three fuels, three kinds of projects
Electric homes
Most mid-1990s houses here were built with a heat pump or an electric furnace plus central air. Replacement usually means a new outdoor unit and matched air handler. Going from resistance heat to a heat pump can require a larger electrical circuit or new line set.
Gas households
One home in five has gas service. Swapping a gas furnace is often simplest in a crawlspace or basement with an existing flue; switching to a condensing model adds PVC venting and a drain.
Oil-heated houses
That 8% oil share is unusual for the area. Owners leaving oil behind face tank removal or abandonment, plus a choice between gas (if a main is nearby), propane, or a heat pump. Those decisions add steps.
Other items that move scope
- Crawlspace duct condition and insulation
- Whether the AC coil is replaced at the same visit
- Thermostat wiring for dual-fuel or staged equipment
- Attic access for upstairs air handlers in two-story homes
Who sells it
Furnace Direct, a DBA of Hamlin Mechanical LLC, supplies furnaces, heat pumps, and air handlers at factory-direct cost. Through our High Point hub, a licensed Triad installer handles setup.
Getting comparable quotes
Name your fuel plan first; an oil-to-heat-pump conversion and a gas-for-gas swap aren't comparable bids. Ask each contractor about permits, tank work, and disposal.
When to act
A 1990s original system is near the end of a normal lifespan. Shoulder seasons, March through May and September through November, are easiest to schedule.
Start the conversation
Share your fuel type and equipment age. Call for Pricing at (888) 762-1334.
Statistics drawn from Census Reporter (ACS 2024 5-year).
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