Is it time to upgrade your older heater to a new model? If so, you may be thinking about switching to a completely different kind of furnace than what you already have. You can keep reading to learn more about the different types of heaters available for furnace replacement in Hagerstown, MD.
Then give our team a call with any questions you have about these options. We can visit your home, complete an assessment of your current setup, and then talk to you about the way that a new heater would work in place of your older system.
Electric Furnaces
Electric furnaces are great because you can install them in almost any home. All that’s required is electricity for these furnaces to work. They have heating elements that warm up the air gradually and then a blower fan pushes this heated air out into your home.
Electrical furnaces tend to be less expensive for the upfront investment and installation. However, compared to gas furnaces they do cost more to operate from month to month. This is because they heat up more slowly and consume more energy as a result.
Gas Furnaces
Gas furnaces require gas to produce heat, but most also connect to electricity for some of their power. Gas furnaces heat up much faster since gas enters a chamber and combusts with an open flame. A gas furnace doesn’t have to consume as much energy as a result thanks to this effective heating method.
While they do cost less for energy consumption each month, gas furnaces typically cost more upfront for installation. They can also cost more for maintenance since there are often more maintenance steps required due to the nature of how a gas furnace works.
When choosing between a gas or electric furnace, it really comes down to preference. The costs can easily even out for these separate systems when you combine upfront costs and energy use together. We can talk to you about the two systems in greater detail to help you choose one that best fits your home and family.
Heat Pumps
But you don’t just have to go with a furnace. You also have the option of a heat pump. A central heat pump works in much the same way as a central air conditioner does. But heat pumps can also cycle refrigerant to absorb heat from outdoors and bring it into your home.
Heat pumps are known to be highly energy efficient for heating thanks to the fact that they are simply transferring heat from one place to another instead of having to create heat. Plus, with a heat pump, you have the added option of a ductless model that eliminates the need for ductwork in either your attic or basement. This can save you space if you have a smaller home. Plus it’s highly customizable based on your space.
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