Heating and cooling: Pros and Cons

There are many different types of heating systems in the household, and here are some examples.

Floor heating

Many modern apartments use floor heating because of its convenience etc benefits. Many people like the comfortable feeling of walking around the house without having too much temperature variation, so then floor heating fits this category. It can distribute heat evenly in the whole house with efficient use of energy and heat. The other types of heater need to raise temperature to 65–75 degrees Celsius for heating up a room effectively, while floor heating only needs to increase to more or less about 29 degrees Celsius. And at the same time having better air quality and circulation as the air feels more natural, with less dust and or allergy sources created in the air.

However, there are some drawbacks to using floor heating. The most prominent consideration is the installation cost, time, and the additional height required for installation. There were claims said that floor heating might increase the risk of venous disorder, but the truth is doubtful.

Gas Central Heating

The benefits of gas central heating include the physical feeling of the direct flow of heat. And the direct translation of gas to heat as efficiently utilize gas as fuel. However, the drawback is prominent too, including the high emission of carbon dioxide as an environmental pollutant source for global warming. Also, the system could be blocked so maintenance is required and an annual check would be recommended.

It is necessary to get a proper Brivis service and Rinnai Gas Heater Service by professionals like Surrey Air to keep your heating systems running smoothly.

Water heating

In terms of water heating, the design could be very neat throughout the whole house, so it is possible to recycle heat by combining the use of hot water in other components within the household, e.g. dishwasher. However, it might generate extra sound compared to other systems. And when problems occur, it will most likely generate a lot of noise.

Electric heating

It is very convenient to use an electric heating system, where direct conversion of electricity to heat is available. No need for a long waiting time before actually feeling the heat. Scales for electric heating varies, so it could be rather mobile too. However, the direct conversion of electricity to heat costs more than other systems as it highly depends on the amount of heat it generates. So, convenience comes with extra investment

Steam heating

On the contrary, steam heating rather costs much lower, and it is more energy-efficient as well as it is able to utilize and recycle latent heat. Although this method might not seem to be commonly used in many households, the installation cost is rather high, which would be one of the drawbacks. It could be seen in larger settings. But still, the output is hard to control for this system.

Solid fuel heating

It is claimed that heating with solid fuel could be carbon neutral as the other cost could be reduced, e.g. transportation cost. However, normally heating with solid fuel means the generation of smoke and pollution no matter which types of solid fuel sources are used. This might be practiced in more rural settings but not in populated areas.

Choice

Choice of heating systems could be based on the efficiency of energy use, the environmental impact or the ease of installation, etc. Also, the cultural influence and the traditional customs within the areas.

Importance of Heating and Cooling Systems

Heating and cooling systems are used by a large number of people to cope with all types of weather and to live at a comfortable temperature in their homes. On average, it takes 43% of your utility bill to stay cool or warm inside your home. A good heating and cooling system provide benefits as it helps you deal with weather changes and provides a comfortable environment in the home. However, there are some advantages that most people do not know. Here are some of those advantages of heating and cooling systems:

Energy Efficient

There is no denying the fact that energy expenses are one of the major expenses of any home. They can either make your life easier or more miserable if they get out of control. Heating and cooling systems can really disturb the energy expenses if they are not proper for your home. If you have an older heating and cooling system, you should consider replacing it with a newer one.

Air Leaks

Air leaks are one of the worst cases in any home’s heating and cooling system. The new and advanced heating and cooling systems prevent unhealthy air from entering your home and make sure that your home is at the same temperature level that you desire. Newer and proper heating and cooling systems improve the air quality of your home with advanced filters.

Efficiently Maintains The Temperature

Older heating and cooling systems used to take a lot of time to make the environment warm or cool because of the old ducts. A proper heating and cooling system will maintain the temperature at your desired levels within no time.

Less Maintenance Required

New and advanced heating and cooling systems require less maintenance. The ducts and filters are designed in a way that they remain clean for a longer period of time. The thermostat fan makes sure that the system is always clean.

These are some of the best benefits of proper and advanced heating and cooling systems. They will make your life easier for you and they will also reduce energy bills. If you are looking for a heating and cooling system, you should visit Surrey Air. We offer state-of-the-art, energy-efficient heating and cooling systems at the best competitive rates. You can also visit our website to get a free quote.

If you are not sure about the size of the heating and cooling system, you can also contact us and talk with a professional who will guide you concerning the size of the heating and cooling system that you should get for your home. Buying a new and proper heating and cooling system will not only benefit you in the long run but it will also help you save a considerable amount of money in the short run.

Conclusion

Maybe heating systems are better than air conditioning in terms of environmental emission and impact, but the idea of trying to keep the temperature constant in our living environment wouldn’t be similar to how people always want to escape the coldness of living in places with high longitude in winter to warm summer tropical areas? It is understandable that humans try to find the optimal environment and stay in their comfort zone.

But it is contradictory to the way of improvement for many people, which is staying out of their comfort zone. Although ideas are contradicting each other, people find a balance to live on. This is how we deal with many other issues as well.

This is the decision making based on considering both sides of the issue, helping us to develop critical thinking unconsciously.

Anyway, in order to have a strong physical body and low environmental impact living style, I recommend trying to minimize the reliance on heating systems even though it is energy efficient.