Furnaces

Why is "High-Efficiency" better?

When it comes to furnaces, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that "high-efficient" has to be better than "mid-efficient".

These classifications refer to a furnace's Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency, or AFUE. High-efficiency furnaces have an AFUE of 90% or higher. Mid-efficent furnaces have a usual AFUE of just 80%. Older furnaces are often less than 60% efficient.

The efficiency rating is very important. In the case of an old, inefficient furnace with a 60% AFUE, just 60% of fuel burned is converted into usable heat energy. The other 40% is lost straight up the chimney! When 4 out of every $10 are being wasted, it is pretty easy to see why upgrading the furnace is so attractive.

If your budget can support it, go with a two-stage high-efficiency furnace equipped with a variable speed blower motor. In addition to lower gas bills, these advanced models can save you up to 50% in electricity costs compared to furnaces equipped with a conventional blower.

To find out more about furnaces, feel free to contact one of our representatives. They would be happy to provide an in-home inspection and evaluation of your existing heating system. They would also be happy to recommend a new heating system specifically suited for your home heating needs.

While a better furnace will definitely lower your heating costs, there are also many other things you can do that will help. Click here to see a list of simple tips that will help lower your home heating costs.

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