What people are saying about Rheem gas furnaces based on Home Depot, HVAC forums, and retailer reviews in 2026 is generally positive for value and heating performance but mixed on igniter failures. Positive reviews highlight good value pricing at 10 to 20 percent cheaper than Trane and Carrier, for example R96V 96 percent AFUE 80,000 BTU two-stage variable speed costs 3,500 to 5,500 dollars installed versus Trane S9V2 at 4,500 to 6,500 dollars, excellent heating performance that keeps home warm even when outdoor minus 10 degrees, quiet operation especially variable speed models at 68 decibels, and 10-year parts and lifetime heat exchanger warranty, rating 4.3 to 4.6 stars from over 800 reviews for R96V, with many reporting 15 to 20 year lifespan with only minor parts like igniter at 100 to 200 dollars and flame sensor at 75 to 150 dollars replaced. Negative reviews mention hot surface igniter failure after 5 to 8 years causing furnace not lighting, common to all brands but slightly more frequent in Rheem, costing 100 to 200 dollars to replace, and some control board failures after 12 years at 300 to 600 dollars, and flame sensor dirty causing furnace to light then shut off after 5 seconds. HVAC technicians say Rheem furnaces have service rates around 9 to 12 percent average to good, standard parts that are inexpensive and widely available, and good factory support, but installation quality matters more than brand.
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