Heating Issues The efficiencies of other heating systems vary.(Note: The information below was provided to me to use on my website and has been authorized by Amerispec home inspection services of Mississauga) Back to main index for home inspections General Industry topics related to Homes, home inspectors and home inspection issuesHeating Issues What is the difference in the efficiencies of different types of gas furnaces? An ignition system is required to light the burners when the thermostat calls for heat. This can be done by having a small flame constantly burning (a pilot light) or by electronically lighting the flame when the burners are needed. A pilot light that is always lit wastes fuel all year, while an electronic ignition system only uses energy when the furnace is required to heat the home. The efficiencies of other heating systems vary. Electric furnaces are close to 100% efficient, however for example, the cost of electricity is approximately double the cost of gas for the equivalent amount of energy making basic electric heating systems cost inefficient. Wood furnaces and stoves have become much more efficient in recent years due to new technological advances. The efficiencies, however, also depend on the type of wood that is burned. For example, a cubic metre (slightly less than a face cord) of dried wood can produce anywhere from 35 million to 80 million BTU’s, depending on the type of wood being used. |
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