CALL: 614-882-2747 HOME HEATING COOLING REVIEWS SEE OUR WORK CONTACT US CAREERS What to Consider When Buying a Furnace for Your Home or Small Business in Westerville, Ohio Since 1974, Heating and Air Conditioning Systems has been helping residents and smaller businesses of Westerville, Ohio decide the best furnace to meet their efficiency needs. Here are a few tips to assist you with your research on which furnace could be the best fit for you. Climate Where you are dill affect the kind of furnace that will work best for you while still being energy efficient and within your budget. In Westerville, Ohio , freezing temperatures are a common concern. If you live in Ohio, you understand how it could be warm during the day and need the furnace to kick on at night, or how it could be warm one day and snow the next. The Energy Star standards need to be a consideration if you live in Ohio. To limit monthly heating expenses, look out for the Energy Star label on the furnace you choose. Energy Efficiency The Federal Trade Commission requires all furnaces to make public their specifications, making it easier for you to comparatively shop. This means you can assess heat output and energy costs before committing to a purchase. Though energy efficiency is key to having a good furnace, its fuel source can affect how well it heats a home. While electric furnaces are known for their efficiency because of its low heat loss, it is more expensive than those powered by gas. Size A furnace must be the right size in order to properly heat your home. Get a furnace too small and you will be cold throughout the winter. If the furnace is too large you will spend far more on electricity or gas than is necessary. Square footage of your home, how many windows there are, the height of the ceilings, and surrounding insulation will all factor in to the size of furnace you'll need. An HVAC contractor can best evaluate the space and provide you with size options. No matter the size, a furnace will heat your home with either oil, electricity, or natural gas. While gas furnaces tend to be the least expensive of fuel types, the initial price and availability of a furnace will change depending on your location. Electric Furnaces Electric Furnaces are not as cost efficient as their gas-powered counterparts but remain popular with home owners. These models utilize electric coils to warm air as it flows out. These offer low-cost installation but are not suitable to heat large homes. Gas Furnaces Single-Stage Gas Furnaces: Single-stage furnaces use a gas valve that allows for maximum gas flow, but are typically built for regions with milder climates. Two-Stage Gas Furnaces: Two-stage furnaces can alternate gas flow from low to high. This allows you to modify the level of heat using a thermostat. This makes it easier to regulate home temperatures and impact the cost of heating. Modulating Gas Furnaces: This is a gas furnace that offers the best precision of gas furnaces. This is popular in colder regions because it can even out the temperature throughout a home. When deciding on the right furnace for your home or business, take some time to look over listings with the Better Business Bureau and Consumer Reports to see what kinds of complaints and the level of satisfaction other customers have had with that specific model. And thoroughly vet any HVAC contractor who may be installing the furnace that will warm your home. CALL: 614-882-2747 We are a fully insured, state licensed contractor. Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board HVAC License #47522 Refrigeration License #47522 Click here to look up the license information of any Ohio contractor. CONTACT US © Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()); Heating & Air Conditioning Systems, LLC. All Rights Reserved.