Whether you need a new heating system or are trying to install one in an older home, you’re probably doing extensive research on the different systems available. Fortunately, there are numerous options, and a heating contractor knows the advantages and disadvantages of each. Below, H & N Plumbing, Heating & Electrical, in Fennimore, WI, shares a few of the more common and efficient heating options.

Heating Contractor Compares 3 Heating Systems 

1. Furnace

One of the most common central heating systems is a forced-air model using a furnace. Furnaces can be gas or electric powered, and they operate by heating air and blowing it into your home. It’s one of the most cost-efficient central heating systems available and will not leak like a boiler might.

2. Hot Water

Boilers are another common source of residential heating. Like furnaces, they use either gas or electric fuel, but instead of heating air, they heat water. This water is then circulated throughout the home using radiators, a floor heating network, or even hydronic baseboards. This can be a more efficient heating system and can provide better indoor air quality than the forced-air system.

3. Steam

Another less common source of central heat is a steam radiator. As with a boiler system, steam can be cycled through a home in a radiator, baseboard, or floor system. However, this heating method uses a furnace to heat water, producing the steam that will warm the space. This is an older and less efficient form of heating, and heating contractors know that both hot water and steam heating sources can leak, causing water damage if not addressed quickly.

Are you looking for a reliable heating contractor who can help you make your home more comfortable and efficient? If so, H & N Plumbing, Heating & Electrical can help. They can provide heating system installation and maintenance and even offer plumbing and electrical services. Contact them today at (888) 822-3258, or visit their website to learn more.