Living in and around Plymouth can require dealing with some seriously cold winter weather including heavy snow, sleet and hail. This weather can be very tough on the home heating if the appliances are old and worn. This is especially true with boiler based systems that send steam or hot water through pipes and radiators. You can eliminate most of these problems by installing or replacing your central heating in Plymouth. Of course, if your existing system is old or the home doesn’t have central air or heat the contractor will need to install duct work to allow the air to be channeled to the different rooms.
Modern furnace systems are very efficient making the purchase of your next system a little easier. They come in two basic categories, those that are ninety percent efficient or higher and those that perform at less than ninety percent. Due to guidelines by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) the manufactures must meet strict requirements to claim an efficiency rating of ninety percent or higher. However, most furnaces that work at eighty percent or higher efficiency are generally acceptable for normal home use if the house is properly insulated. In fact, in climates where the temperatures are reasonably moderate purchasing a heating appliance with a rating of ninety percent or more is generally a waste of money since the amount of fuel saved will be relatively low.
Selecting the right appliance for central heating in Plymouth requires an informed decision which can only be made by comparing the various models available and understanding how well they function in various environments. In most cases this will require the help of an expert contractor like Sabre Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. who can properly measure and calculate the requirements for your home. Along with the square footage of the building the contractor will need to allow for the type and amount of insulation in the home. Newer homes generally have a higher level of insulation than an older home.
If your are converting your heating system to central air the contractor will need to install new duct work. Likewise, if your are replacing an old furnace you may need to have the ducts inspected to ensure they won’t lose any heated air as it’s circulated through the home. If the ducts are in a poorly insulated area you should make sure they are properly covered to avoid heat loss.
