Heating expenses can affect almost half of an average household energy budget, making energy efficiency a vital task for reducing home heating expenses. For this, you can choose a high-efficiency heating system to help you cut down your energy bill by up to 70%.
The HVAC market is full of a variety of different home heating options. However, before choosing the best heating system for your home, you have to consider the overall heating requirements, building dynamics, system size, feature set associated with the system, and most importantly, the cost. But with so many options, it could be pretty overwhelming to choose a system that provides enough heat for the house and reduces energy usage.
Geothermal Heat Pumps
Geothermal heat pumps use the renewable heat within the earth to produce efficient heating. The pump collects heat from the sun that is stored in water or soil that maintains a constant temperature all year-round.
These pumps are easy on the environment, use less electricity, yet provide efficient heating. Moreover, they are safe to operate and produce no hazardous gases like carbon monoxide. However, these pumps can only be in the areas where the temperature is more constant throughout the year.
Air Source Heat Pumps
Air source heat pumps take heat from the air and release heat into the air surrounding the equipment. These pumps can deliver up to three times more heat energy to a home than the electrical energy it consumes when appropriately installed. Also, these are way cheaper than any oil or LPG boilers.
However, it’s best to choose a pump with an energy star label. Air heat pumps will be installed like any other central air conditioner and cost you less than geothermal heat pumps.
Furnace
A furnace is one of the most efficient heating systems you can bring home, especially if you have natural gas. It works by heating the air with a heat exchanger component and spreading it into the home through a duct system. Along with energy efficiency, one of the most significant advantages you’ll get is relative affordability. Many homeowners avoid installing furnaces as the fan makes them very loud.
