Heat Rate
Gas and electric heating systems produce heat
at different speeds because of the way they operate. Gas furnaces produce the maximum
amount of heat possible as soon as the burners start running, so they can heat
your home relatively quickly. Electric furnaces must spend time powering up
before they begin to heat the air flowing through your home. What this means
for you is that, once you make a change on your thermostat, a gas furnace will
be able to kick in and warm up your home faster than an electric furnace which
will experience somewhat of a delay.
Cost
Cost is a very important factor to consider
when determining which kind of system you want to install. New systems typically
last between 15 and 20 years, sometimes longer if maintained appropriately.
That is quite a long-term investment!
Initial Cost
Electric systems win out on initial cost, as
they typically do not require any additional construction to install. They can
be installed relatively quickly with little to no interruption of your daily
life. Gas systems, on the other hand, require proper ventilation, so oftentimes
vents and flue pipes must be constructed before a gas furnace can be utilized in
your home.
Cost Overall
Even though electric systems are cheaper to
install initially, they can cost more money on a monthly basis. Electric is a
more costly energy source, so making the larger up-front investment in a gas
furnace can be beneficial long-term. This is particularly true in colder
climates like ours where the heater runs at a high capacity for many months out
of the year.
Maintenance
Because gas furnaces run combustible fuel,
they must be regularly checked to ensure they are still operating safely and
efficiently. If something goes wrong, it could cause a carbon monoxide leak and
seriously threaten your health. Electric systems still need maintenance, but
not quite as much as gas furnaces.
Environmental Impact
One may think at first that gas furnaces are
not environmentally friendly because “gas” is associated often associated in
our minds with emissions and bad effects on the air. Electricity seems harmless
without digging into how its energy is created. Electricity is primarily fueled
by coal, which is not considered environmentally friendly. While producing
natural gas does emit some harmful emissions, it burns cleaner than coal.
Therefore, gas is considered somewhat more friendly to the environment than
electricity.
Whether you choose gas or electric to heat
your home, feel confident knowing that Royal Heating & Air has your back.
We install the best systems around and can service nearly any HVAC system
currently operating in your home. We are the best HVAC company at the Lake of the Ozarks, and we are available whenever you need us. Entrust your HVAC needs
to the expert team at Royal Heating & Air!
Royal Heating & Air - "The King of Comfort"
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