The relatively cold climate of Canada,
especially in Alberta, makes heating systems indispensable. Understanding how
different heating systems work helps determine the right one for your home.
Boilers
and Furnaces
The common types of heating
technology in the country are hydro or forced-air via boilers or furnaces. Both
typically use gas, propane or oil to heat up water or air. Both are identified
as central heating systems as they can distribute sufficient heat throughout
the house while in a single location.
The more popular of the two is the forced-air
system, mainly for its cost-effective maintenance, durability and affordable
structure. Most Canadians prefer furnaces for their heating mechanism. Heat
pumps use this system as well. When choosing furnace heaters, purchase those
with high-efficiency motors to reduce 70% of energy consumption in your home.
Combined
Systems
For a more effective system, some households
modify their furnaces to create combined fuel energy designs. Oil-electric
furnaces are those that utilize electricity for the heating mechanism while
burning oil only during the winter. Wood-electric furnaces, mostly found in
rural areas, mainly use wood but switches to electricity once the wood can no
longer supply enough heat. Oil and electricity fuel most heating systems in the
country, while furnaces still dominate the residential systems.
Different heating designs and fuel sources
enable you to choose the proper heating mechanism for your home. Weather
conditions of your location are significant to know the amount of heat you need
inside your house.
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