Winter is well upon us and if you're struggling to keep your house warm, it may be time for a new heating system. While you may not be able to do anything about it this year, you should start thinking about the most efficient home heating system for your home and your circumstances.
A few things to consider are location, access to resources, and monthly costs. If you live in a rural area or off-grid, a gas line to power a furnace may not be an option for you.
Alternatively, it may not be cost-efficient to change the current heating structure of your home. Unless you're doing some major remodeling, it may be better to simply upgrade the system you have now.
However, keeping an open mind, let's take a look at the most popular heating systems out there.
1. Natural Gas Furnace Systems
Perhaps one of the most common and most efficient home heating systems, the natural gas furnace is widely used in developed areas such as inner-city houses and suburban neighborhoods.
These forced-air systems connect to city gas lines for relatively inexpensive and highly efficient heat. Although, as with any heating system, the efficiency will depend on how old the unit is, who makes it, and whether or not it's designed to be efficient.
One of the perks of using a forced-air system is that it uses the same ducts as the air conditioning unit for central heat or A/C.
2. Heating Oil Furnace Systems
For those who live outside the reach of natural gas lines, using a furnace for forced-air heat can still be an option. Heating oil is crude oil that's dyed red for recognition. It can be a highly efficient method of fueling a furnace.
Additionally, heating oil can be delivered through certain companies to your off-grid or rural home. As with any forced-air systems, the air can sometimes feel cool coming out of the vents, even if it's actively warming the house.
3. Boiler Systems
Boiler systems are another one of the most efficient home heating systems on the market. Newer models are making it easier to control temperatures on all scales, including how warm the water in the boiler gets.
These provide radiant heat through the home via baseboard radiators. Even more efficient is radiant heat pushed through pipes inserted below the floorboards. Not only do you never have icy hard floors, but heat is very evenly distributed throughout the home.
However, boiler & heating system maintenance is vital for maximizing efficiency no matter what system you're using.
Looking for a House With the Most Efficient Home Heating System?
If you're in the market for a new home, make sure you're picking one with the most efficient home heating system, especially if you live in colder climates. It can make the difference between thousands and thousands of dollars over the course of your life in that home. If you'd like to take a look at some of the houses on the market, be sure to check out our listings.
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