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Are you looking for a reliable, cost-effective way to heat your home? Consider today’s high-efficiency heat pumps for your heating services. Both geothermal and air-source heat pumps are environmentally-friendly options for keeping your Montgomery County home comfortable year-round.
How do heat pumps work?
Heat pumps operate so efficiently because, unlike a boiler or a furnace, they don’t burn fuel to generate heat. These systems simply move heat around, bringing warmth inside in cold weather and pumping it out on hot days. Air-source heat pumps draw heat from the air around them, while geothermal heat pumps use coils sunk into the ground to draw heat from the earth itself. Both types use electricity to run the pump that circulates heat in and out of your home.
Why are heat pumps efficient?
Geothermal and air-source heat pumps both get high energy-efficiency ratings for their reliance on naturally-existing energy in the air and earth. Geothermal units can reach higher efficiencies than their air-source counterparts, however, because below-ground temperatures remain fairly consistent, while air temperatures fluctuate more. That makes geothermal units an excellent choice in cold climates, as the earth’s latent heat is constantly available. Air-source heat pumps usually require a back-up system, such as a gas furnace, for times when the outside air temperature sinks below freezing.
Which heat pump suits my climate?
Geothermal heat pumps have a higher up-front installation cost than air-source, although tax incentives can make the price comparable to air source, and higher efficiencies mean they pay for themselves in energy savings over the course of 5-10 years. In a mild climate, you may not need to invest in a geothermal system and can be satisfied with an air source unit. If you live in a zone with wider annual temperature swings, consider geothermal.
The best way to decide what’s right for your home is to have a professional HVAC service crew assess your needs. The pros at Presidential Heating and Air Conditioning have been providing heating services to Montgomery County since 1981; call (301) 825-9059 to schedule your free assessment.
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If, like many homeowners, you’re mystified by the technology that goes into the heating services in your home, check out this video to get a closer look at what a central heating system is, and what you should do before you call for heating service and repair.
Experts say there are a few basics you can check when your heat’s not working. Is your pilot light lit? Is your filter clean, and are the doors on properly? You should also make sure that power is getting to your furnace. If you’ve checked all that and your furnace is still not running, it’s time to call a professional.
Presidential Heating and Air Conditioning provides both service and installation of furnaces, heat pumps, and air conditioning in the Montgomery County area. We’ll work diligently to get your central heat up and running again, and we provide free estimates on any repair job. Give us a call at (301) 825-9059.
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People have been using the latest technology to create a comfortable living temperature since early nomads circled up around a fire. We’ve come a long way since then, with today’s residential heating services offering homeowners many advanced options to create a warm, comforting haven. Here’s a look at how residential heating has changed over the years—and where it’s heading in the future.
Looking back at heating history
Humans first brought heat into their homes with crude hearths dating back as far as 2500 B.C. Hot air piped through hollow walls and floor ducts was widely used for heating homes and public baths in Roman times. Steam heating was invented in the 18th century, and both steam and hot water heating systems such as boilers and radiators rose to popularity throughout the 19th century. Perhaps the greatest improvement in home heating services was the invention of the thermostat in 1885, which allowed homeowners to adjust the heat remotely without manually adjusting the valves on their heating system. Oil and natural gas became popular in the 20th century, along with automatic heating controls that allowed homeowners to keep heat at a pre-set temperature overnight.
Moving forward with heating advances
Today, you can choose from furnaces and heat pumps that run on many different types of fuel, or choose heat pumps that don’t burn any fuel at all. Instead, air-source heat pumps draw heat from the air around us, and geo-thermal heat pumps collect latent heat stored in the earth. Hybrid heating systems allow price-conscious homeowners to select an air-source heat pump coupled with a gas or oil furnace that runs only when the air temperature drops below freezing. These increasingly popular and efficient heating options allow homeowners further choices in keeping their homes both warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
If you’d like to talk about your heating options with a knowledgeable professional, call Presidential Heating and Air Conditioning in Montgomery County at (301) 825-9059. We offer a wide array of heating services and can help you choose the best type of heating system for your home.
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If you’re in need of furnace repair or maintenance in Montgomery County, call Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. at (301) 825-9059. Stay warm and save money this winter season by checking out these resources.
