How to choose a gas furnace

It is no secret that winter temperatures can reach unprecedented records, hence the importance of having a furnace that offers both performance and durability. The modern design of the various furnace models makes them safe, reliable and environmentally friendly.

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The electric furnace

How does the electric furnace work?

The electric furnace is divided into two distinct parts. The ventilation section is equipped with a motor and a fan, which propels the air into the wall ducts and the second unit is the combustion unit that produces the heat from the electricity. The operation of an electric furnace also depends on a thermostat, an adjustable unit, which acts as a thermometer. Like air conditioning, the thermostat is set to activate at a certain temperature. When the temperature of your home drops below the temperature set on your thermostat, it will "alert" the electric furnace. The most important component of an electric furnace is the heating coil. This coil becomes very hot when it is crossed by an electric current.

What are the advantages of the electric furnace?

One of the main advantages of the furnace is that it is powered by clean, renewable energy. In Quebec, it has become the most used energy for heating. Another advantage of the electric furnace is that it requires almost no maintenance. In addition, the electric furnace emits no hazardous particles or soot in the air and does not require the installation of a storage tank or exhaust stack. It is also low noise and very reliable performance.

The natural gas furnace

How does a natural gas furnace work?

A natural gas furnace consists of a burner, a fan and an exchanger. It is supplied with natural gas, but also with outdoor air. The air burner gives way to a cleaner combustion and more efficient than an atmospheric burner. The exchanger makes it possible to recover the heat of the fumes which come from the combustion to retransmit it in the fresh air. The heated air is then blown through the central ventilation system into the ducts present in the house.

What are the benefits of a natural gas furnace?

One of the biggest advantages of a natural gas furnace is its rapid heating, it can heat up to twice as fast as electricity. The modern design of natural gas furnaces makes them appliances that are extremely safe and efficient for heating.

The propane gas furnace

How does a propane gas furnace work?

Less popular than the natural gas furnace, the propane gas furnace operates in the same way as the latter, by burning fossil energy. The propane gas furnace also uses ambient air; the air is heated and returned to the ventilation duct system. 

What are the advantages of the propane gas furnace?

The modern design of the propane gas furnace makes it a much more durable and, above all, safer appliance than before. In addition, propane gas is a very versatile fuel that burns without residue. Its combustion produces far fewer greenhouse gas emissions than many other types of fuels; it produces only water vapor and carbon dioxide. Although the cost of purchase and installation is very variable, the propane gas furnace is more durable than the majority of electrical appliances.

Choosing a furnace: some questions to ask

In the majority of cases, there are two reasons for getting a new furnace. The first is that your current furnace, after years of loyal service, are starting to show signs of age: diminished performance, louder, expensive repairs and more and more frequent. The second is that the model you own has failed, has been reported as defective or condemned by the inspectors. Whatever the reason for buying or replacing a furnace, here are some ways to find a furnace that will be efficient, durable and energy efficient.

Optimize the heating of your home.

1. Since many factors (energy cost, weather conditions, surface to be heated, etc.) come into play when choosing your furnace, you should first have the heating load calculated by a Tran Cooling specialist. . Although you have to pay a certain amount for this service, the results - determining the capacity and proper heat flow distribution for the new equipment - will be critical to choosing the best furnace type for your home. .

2. Opt for high energy efficiency.

If you choose a fuel-efficient (natural gas, propane, fuel oil) furnace that is more energy efficient than average, you will save money and energy. The efficiency of a heating system over a heating season is called the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) and is expressed as a percentage. The higher the AFUE, the better your result will be. Be sure to choose a furnace with brushless dc (DC) motor - also called variable speed ECM or ICM motor; it offers you greater energy savings. Nowadays, the majority of models are Energy Star certified, this certification is a guarantee of high energy efficiency, therefore, of energy saving.

3. Choose your energy source.

Each source of energy (electricity, natural gas, propane gas, fuel oil) has its advantages and disadvantages. We offer an overview of different sources of energy. Do not hesitate to call on expertise for more information.