how to choose the right heating systemKnowing how to choose the right heating system for your home is best left up to the experts at ADA Heating and Air. Through the ages, home heating technology has advanced by leaps and bounds. Heating systems are more energy efficient and you have more options than ever before. Having a working knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of each heating system will give you an idea which system will be right for you.

Types of Heating Systems

Forced Air Heating and Cooling – This is the most common type of heating and air available. It has a central heating furnace that heats the air. Once it is heated, it travels through your ductwork and comes out various vents throughout the home. When working properly, this ensures a consistent temperature. It is relatively inexpensive and can humidify or dehumidify the air.

Radiant Heating Systems – Using a natural way to heat your home, this is one of the most comfortable heating methods. Hot water tubing is installed under the floor. It gives your home an energy efficient way to distribute warm air evenly. It is more costly to install and difficult to get to when you need repairs. It can also heat more slowly then traditional methods

Baseboard Heating Systems – A hot water baseboard system uses a boiler that heats the water and pipes it to the baseboard. These baseboards are mounted along the walls. The air is distributed throughout the room. They are energy efficient, quiet and the temperature is more accurate. Baseboards can interfere with furniture placement and it can take a long time to increase the temperature.

How To Choose The Right Heating System

If you are replacing your heater, furnace or boiler, then you most likely will be purchasing a similar heating unit that is newer and more advanced. If you are choosing a heating system, then you should follow some guidelines that will ensure your heating system operates correctly.

  1. Choose The Right Size – A heating system will be energy efficient if it is the correct size. If it is too large or too small it cannot work properly. You will notice big savings on your utilities when your heater is the right size to work efficiently.
  2. Choose A high AFUE– AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency) is a measurement of how much energy it takes to warm your home. The number is the actual percentage of the energy used to produce the heat. The higher the AFUE the less it will cost to heat your home.
  3. Proper Installation – Having the right heating system depends on how well it is installed. Your professional HVAC technician at ADA Heating and Air will make sure your system is installed correctly and working like it should.   Besides having a good furnace or boiler installation, you also should follow up with regular routine HVAC maintenance. This will ensure your system is working at optimal levels all year.

Let ADA Heating and Air Heat Your Home

When ADA Heating and Air installs a new heating system, we make sure it is the size suitable for your home. We work to ensure the size, functionality and pricing equal or beat industry standards. You comfort is our concern when it comes to providing heat for your home. You can depend on ADA to know how to choose the right heating system for your needs. Call ADA Heating and Air for all your heating needs this winter!

By | 2017-08-02T01:20:43+00:00 January 8th, 2016|Heating|Comments Off on How To Choose The Right Heating System

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