The Australian summer can be super hot. If you live in Australia, you will want to make sure you can stay cool during the intense heat. I came to realise how important HVAC systems are when I moved into an apartment which didn't have HVAC. It was OK in the winter, but by the summer, it was terrible. I called in an HVAC contractor and asked them to install a new system. It was amazing what a difference it made. The contractor also gave me some advice about how to maintain the system. I hope this blog is useful to you.
Perhaps you are constructing your first home and need to choose a heating system for your HVAC contractors to install while the construction is underway. On the other hand, maybe you have moved into old premises that require new heating installation since the old system is outdated. Whatever the reasons, it is best to deliberate on what options are available to you rather than going with whichever heating system you have been accustomed to in the past. The reason why it is important to consider your options is to ensure that you are installing a heating system that will serve your immediate needs as well as while not being too expensive. This piece examines a couple of the systems that you should consider when deliberating on heating installation.
A furnace
Furnaces are, undeniably, some of the most common heating systems installed in Aussie homes. The reason for their popularity stems from a few factors. For starters, furnaces can be powered by electricity, gas or even oil. Thus, they are a convenient form of heating for homeowners that want a selection of options when choosing what type of energy their heating system will run on. Furnaces that run on oil are an old technology, so you may want to choose a gas- or electric-powered furnace. Electricity could prove expensive during the winter months, so if you are heavily reliant on heating, you should consider gas, which allows your HVAC contractors to install the pipework and ductwork early.
A boiler
Furnaces, in essence, will heat the air in your home to make the interiors warm. Boilers, on the other hand, will heat water. The steam from the water is distributed around your home via a network of pipes. Boilers have been considered a more efficient heating technology than furnaces since the water that is heated will stay warmer for longer than the air that is heated by a furnace. While boilers will need pipework installed, they tend to be out of sight since they will be located underneath floors and walls. This discreet appearance makes boilers unobtrusive in your home, which is perfect for people that do not want their heating system to detract from their interior décor. The main thing you should be wary of regarding boilers is that they will need occasional maintenance since they are bound to need replacement after several years. Thus, you should be prepared for recurrent replacement costs.
Share18 April 2019
