A high-efficiency heater will let you save energy and will cost less
to run. Choose a system that is the right size for your home to avoid paying
for energy you do not need. It needs very little power to make a well-designed
house comfortable. Appropriate insulation is essential for creating a more
comfortable home. You can reduce energy bills, improve comfort, and help the
environment in many ways.
Using passive design principles will increase the comfort of your home
while reducing the need for heating. You should insulate the roof, walls, and
floor. Make sure you seal off draughts, let in the sun, and draw curtains at
night. Zone your home and heat only the rooms you use. Using doors will prevent
heat from escaping into unused rooms.
There are so many heating appliances at The Good Guys, and choosing which one to buy can be
challenging for some. Compare the pros and cons of each before buying one.
Gas deducted heating
Pros:
This type is available in both zoned and
un-zoned systems.
Cons:
It is more expensive to install and operate
than a gas space heater. It is not ideal for houses with high ceilings.
Gas-fired hydronic
system
Pros:
It is suitable for allergy sufferers and the
right choice for high ceilings. It is a quiet heating source, too.
Cons:
It has a slower response time than air-based
central heating systems. This type is more expensive to install than gas ducted
heating.
Ducted reverse cycle
air conditioner
Pros:
This type can heat the whole house or only
several specific zones. One unit provides both heating and cooling.
Cons:
It is more expensive to run than a room air
conditioner. It is also more costly to install than gas deducted heating. The
cooling costs in summer add to energy bills.
Electric in-slab
heating
Pros:
Some systems allow the setting of individual
room temperatures, and some turned off. This type is excellent for allergy
sufferers.
Cons:
It is the most expensive central heating
system to run. It also has a slow response time and is best suited to cold
climates.
Gas room heater
Pros:
This type is very economical to run and heats
only the areas used.
Cons:
Unflued gas heaters need specific installation
conditions.
Reverse cycle air conditioner
Pros:
This type least expensive form of electric
heating. It can provide both heating and cooling.is the
Cons:
Cooling costs in summer add to energy bills.
Portable plug-in heater
Pros:
A portable plug-in heater is not expensive to
buy.
Cons:
But, it is expensive to run for long periods.
It is best to buy an energy-efficient model with a minimum energy
rating of at least four stars. You should choose a system with a zoning ability
so you can switch off areas that are not in use.
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