What are the Most Common Types of Residential Heating Systems

The choice of a heating system depends on the type and purpose of the building, the interior requirements for thermal comfort, the way of using the heating system, the correlation with a ventilation/ air-conditioning system and, not least, on the beneficiary's financial availability.

Popular system types:

Forced air furnaces

They use propane, new gas or oil as fuel and provide a good efficiency (80-90%).These systems use ductwork and vents for heat distribution throughout the house, and the temperature is controlled with a thermostat.

The benefits of installing an air furnace include thermal comfort, proper ventilation, improved air quality and an overall healthy environment.

Electric heat pumps

This option constitutes an energy-efficient solution to furnaces and works great for moderate heating needs.

A heat pump is similar with an air conditioner when it comes to the refrigerant cycle and is made from a compressor, a condenser, an evaporator, an air handler and a reversing valve. It is designed to move the heat rather than generate it. There are three types of electric heat pumps: water source, geothermal and air-to-air, each one providing many benefits: year-round comfort, 30% lower heating costs and high-efficiency.

If you currently have, or are considering, propane fuel heating systems, reliable Propane delivery Denver services can make sure you receive your propane supply as scheduled and on time.

 

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