Whether you are constructing a new home or replacing the old heating system you have many options that you can go with. Some of the options include:
Electric
It’s probably the most common heating method. It’s preferred by many as it’s cheap to install. Electric heating appliances are also cheap to buy. Since the system doesn’t involve pipe work, heating repair professionals have an easy time undertaking repair.
As long as you have power, you can install any electric heating appliance that you want.
While the electric system has many advantages, one of its major flaws is that its more expensive compared to other home heating options. Electricity costs up to four times the cost of gas. This means that it’s four times more expensive to maintain an electric appliance than a gas appliance.
Heating oil
Oil appliances are common in areas that are away from electricity and gas grids. This is majorly in the rural areas.
One of the advantages of having an oil heating system is that it’s convenient. Unlike the electric heating system that relies on the availability of power to heat your home, you are guaranteed of heating your home as long as you have oil.
Oil prices change depending on the world demand. A common trend is that the prices are high during winter and low in summer. To save money, you can buy the oil during summer and fill your tank.
One major flaw of oil heating systems is that they give off carbon dioxide which harmful to the environment. Appliances that aren’t functioning optimally give off carbon monoxide which is fatal if not identified early enough.
Running an oil heating system can be expensive especially if you buy the oil when the prices are high.
Gas
Gas is available in most states where it’s delivered via underground pipes. Compared to other heating systems, gas is probably the most cost effective.
The main flaw with the systems is that they are quite expensive to buy. It’s also resource intensive to install the systems in your home.
The systems are a health risk as they give off carbon monoxide. To keep the gas levels in check you have to incur an additional cost of installing carbon monoxide systems.
Since the systems involve pipes, HVAC contractors find it challenging repairing them
Conclusion
To choose the right heating system you need to weigh the pros and cons of each. Also consider your environment. If unsure of the units to go for, get advice from heating unit contractors.
