PROFESSIONAL GUIDE TO HEATING AND COOLING EQUIPMENT
Alpine Heating and Cooling • January 8, 2021
Your heating and cooling system can be different from your neighbors'—it all depends on what is important to you.
To make sure you get the one that’s perfect for your home, build your system according to what’s most important to you: comfort, efficiency, quiet operation or extreme reliability.
For greater efficiency, look for:
- Products with efficiencies no less than:
- 90% AFUE for furnaces
- 15 SEER for air conditioners
- 9.50 HSPF for heat pumps
- ENERGY STAR® qualification
- Variable speed motors
- Multi-stage operation
- AHRI-matched systems
For greater comfort, look for features such as:
Variable speed motors
- Reduce hot and cold areas throughout the home
- Improve year-round humidity control
- Improve indoor air quality; helps reduce dust and other allergens because of constant air movement
- Lower monthly utility bills*
Multi-stage operation
- Rather than being "all on" or "all off," your furnace can adjust its heat output based on conditions inside and outside your home.
- Get two air conditioners in one—high-efficiency products with multi-stage compressors will run on the first stage of cooling when temperatures are mild. The equipment will use less energy more often.
- When outdoor temperatures reach extremes, the equipment will utilize the additional stage, but will still operate efficiently because of the higher SEERrating.
- Lower monthly utility bills*
For the quietest operation, select the following:
HEATING
Products featuring Quiet Combustion technology
- Small Btu inputs per burner
- Gradual start-up avoid whoosing air and duct work “popping”
- Insulated cabinets
COOLING
- Products with Sound Reduction Technology
- Advanced fan blades
- Heavy-duty sound blankets
HEAT PUMPS
- Products that include QuietShift™ Technology
For the greatest reliability, look for:
Armstrong Air EHX heat exchanger technology
- Made of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and maximum strength against thermal fatigue
- Longer heat exchanger life
- Specially shaped surfaces to direct airflow more efficiently, and transfer heat more effectively
Armstrong Air MHT™ cooling technology
- Specially designed fan shroud for optimal air flow over the coil
- Louvered coil fins have more surface exposure for greater heat transfer
- Rifled refrigeration tubes
- 10-Year Limited Warranties on parts
- Lifetime Limited Warranties on the heat exchanger
Choosing the right heating system can make a big difference in comfort and energy costs. For homeowners in Wayne, Holmes, and Ashland counties, Ohio, the most common options include natural gas furnaces, propane furnaces, and electric heating systems. But which option makes the most sense for your home? Natural Gas Heating: Efficient and Affordable Natural gas furnaces are a popular choice throughout Northeast Ohio. Modern high-efficiency furnaces can achieve 95% AFUE or higher, delivering reliable warmth during cold Ohio winters. For homes with access to natural gas, it's often one of the most cost-effective heating options. Propane Heating: Great for Rural Ohio Homes Many homeowners in rural Holmes, Wayne, and Ashland counties rely on propane because natural gas lines aren't available. Propane furnaces provide dependable heat during freezing temperatures. While propane can cost more than natural gas, high-efficiency equipment can help keep heating expenses under control. Electric Heating and Heat Pumps: A Modern Alternative Electric heat pumps have improved significantly in recent years. Unlike traditional electric furnaces, heat pumps transfer heat rather than generate it, making them much more energy-efficient. Modern cold-climate heat pumps can work even when temperatures drop below freezing. Some homeowners also choose dual-fuel heating systems, combining a heat pump with a gas furnace for efficient heating throughout the winter. Which Heating System Is Best for Your Ohio Home? The best heating system depends on fuel availability, energy prices, your home's insulation, and your budget. Whether you live in Wooster, Millersburg, Ashland, or the surrounding communities, choosing the right equipment can improve comfort and help control heating costs. At Alpine Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Refrigeration, we help homeowners throughout Wayne, Holmes, and Ashland counties find reliable, energy-efficient heating solutions. Considering a new furnace or heat pump? Let our experienced team help you choose the right system for your home. Contact Us: Wooster: (330) 263.0013 Ashland: (419) 289.1616 Mt. Eaton (330) 359.7114 https://www.alpine-services.com/contact
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