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Key Factors When Buying a New Heater

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Key Factors When Buying a New Heater

Summer turns to fall this week, and in local towns like Havertown, PA, that means you need to consider the state of your heating system. Now is an excellent time to replace an old heater with a new one, when you still have time to pick out a new unit and have it installed before the weather gets too cold. A trained technician can help find the best heating system for you, but before you start your search, it’s important to keep a few key factors in mind. They will ensure that your new heating system functions at its best and is exactly what you need.

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1. Sizing

By sizing, we don’t mean the physical size of the heater, though that may come into play depending upon the space where it will be installed. It means the power output of the system, which needs to match your home precisely. An underpowered system won’t heat your home the way it should, while an overpowered one will turn on and off rapidly throughout the day, wasting energy and increasing wear and tear. The right size depends in part on the square footage that needs to be heated, but also other factors like sunlight exposure and the amount of insulation in your home.

2. Efficiency

Efficiency in a new heater is determined by the AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) rating, a percentage measuring how much of the system’s consumed energy goes to heating and how much is lost to waste. Once you have determined the proper power output level for your system, look for the model with the highest AFUE available in your price range. It should be more efficient than your existing unit if possible, allowing you to heat your home for less money in month-to-month bills.

Call the pros at WM Henderson Inc. to install a new heating system in your home.

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