It can be more cost effective and
environmentally friendly to heat your home with propane-fueled appliances and
furnaces. According to the Department of Energy, the cost of operating your
furnace and water heater using electricity is twice the cost of heating with
propane. Propane is capable of generating a more comfortable and consistent air
supply, too. Choosing the right propane heating solution for your home will
complete your family’s warmth and comfort this winter—at a reasonable price.
These tips should help you buy the right home
heating propane solution for winter:
- Look for a propane heater that includes a strong fan. This type of heater is powerful enough to heat large common areas like your living room and kitchen.
- Consider the size of the room that needs heating. Make sure that the propane heater's size is just right for the room, so you can maintain the temperature at a comfortable level. The device may overheat if it is too small for the room.
- Make sure the propane furnace has an AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating of 95 or higher. This way, you can be sure that the unit can produce air that is 25 degrees warmer than what an electric heat pump can generate.
- Do you have an existing fireplace? Consider a propane fireplace insert. Make sure that the fireplace is well designed, with channels behind and around the combustion chamber to allow room air to circulate naturally via convection. The best way to see a gas fireplace's efficiency is to look for its efficiency rating based on CSA P.4, a Canadian standard and test method for measuring annual fireplace efficiency. It is better if the CSA P.4 rating ranges from 70 to 90 percent.
- Consider the design. Propane heaters come in a variety of different designs to suit your home's interior and your personal style. Radiator heaters usually provide a retro look, and tower and panel heaters provide are more modern and contemporary.
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