Now that the chillier weather has returned, many people have started to rely on their home heating system to keep them comfortable. If your heating system is older and you notice that you’re not as cozy as you’d like to be, it may be time for new equipment.
Maybe you’ve been considering a new heating system for a while, but you’re not sure what type will best benefit you, your family, and your home. This article explores three different types of heating systems, how they differ from each other, and how Boelcke can help. Keep reading to learn more!
Types of Heating Systems
If you’ve been thinking about replacing your old heating system, you probably have been surfing the web to learn about the types available and which system will be best for your home. At Boelcke, we proudly install furnaces, boilers, and heat pumps.
Furnaces
Most homes in North America use furnaces as their primary source of heat. Furnaces use fuel to effectively heat the air in your home and rely on a system of ductwork to move that heated air into the rooms of your home via registers. Today’s furnaces are much more efficient than those manufactured even 15 years ago – some reaching up to 98 percent efficiency.
Boilers
Boiler heating is the second most popular type of heating system in North America. Unlike a furnace, that moves heated air throughout your home, a boiler system produces radiant heat by moving heated water throughout radiators in the home. Like furnaces, boilers have become much more efficient in recent years, so if you have a 20-year-old boiler in your home, you can likely expect to gain anywhere from 15 to 20 percent in efficiency.
Heat Pumps
While not exactly a new technology, heat pumps have been growing in popularity in the Northern United States in recent years. That’s because technological advances now allow heat pumps to effectively heat a home in much colder climates. Heat pumps are perhaps the most efficient way to heat your home, and are available in both ducted and ductless models, so they work in homes with or without ductwork. As a bonus, they can also be used during the summer months to cool your home.
Signs You May Need a New Heating System
Now that you’ve learned about the types of heating systems available on the market today, you may be wondering if there is any way to know if you need new equipment. Here are a few things you should look out for:
- Increased energy bills for no obvious reasons
- Current system not keeping your home comfortable
- Unusual noises coming from your heating system
- Odors like melting plastic or burning rubber coming from your equipment
- Frequent, expensive repairs
- The current system is more than 10 years old
If your system is showing any of the signs above, you should contact Boelcke as soon as possible. Your equipment may at the very least need repairs.
Boelcke is ready to help you get the heating replacement you need.
When you need heating installation from a qualified specialist, you can trust Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning. We can help meet all your home heating needs, large or small. Simply give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to assist you.
When it’s very cold outside, you need your heating system to keep you warm. But sometimes your heating system can stop working or have problems. You should know the signs of heating system failure, so you can call a professional to fix it before it gets worse.
Boelcke is proud to provide dependable ductless mini-split repairs throughout Southwest Michigan. As these systems have become more popular in our area, we offer a range of complimentary services to our customers. So while you may need emergency repair today, in the future we can keep your ductless mini-split in optimal condition with preventive maintenance, and eventually replace it when you’re ready for an upgrade. Some of our other services include:
As a full-service contractor, our technicians have many years of experience installing various HVAC systems. Whether you’re looking for a single ductless unit for one room, or multiple units for your entire home, we can meet your needs. We’ll help design the best configuration to ensure the total comfort of you and your family. And, should you need any other HVAC services, we can help with that too. We’re pleased to offer all the services and products you need to stay comfortable year-round, including:
If you’re like the average homeowner, your life is pretty busy. Work, school, and day-to-day life can certainly make it easy to forget certain things like heating system maintenance. If your heating system is operating properly, allowing your annual maintenance to pass by might be tempting, but you should know that it’s never too late to get your system the preventive care it needs.
If you’re like most homeowners, you likely rely on help from professionals in order to keep your home running smoothly. In fact, it’s a good idea to leave the installation, maintenance, and repair of certain home equipment, such as air conditioners and heating equipment, to the pros. And when you’re looking for an HVAC contractor for your home, you’ll want to find one who can help meet all of your home comfort needs.