A central heating system allows you the
convenience of adjusting the temperature throughout the house from one
thermostat.
The one weak point of a central system is
leaky ductwork located in an unheated space. Studies have shown that these
ducts, which are typically insulated but not sealed, can account for a large
percentage of heat loss.
When you design your home heating system,
whether it's a new home or an add-on system, duct sizing and heat loss will
play a big role in the efficiency of the heating system.
Central heating systems can also include
cooling, either through a heat pump which provides heating and cooling, or a
forced air furnace which will accommodate a central air conditioning system.
These systems allow you to heat and cool your home with one thermostat using
the same ductwork.
Controlling your central system can be done
automatically by including a programmable thermostat which can be set according
to your daily schedule, automatically increasing and decreasing the
temperature.
Air filtration is another feature that is
included in central systems. These filters need to be changed or cleaned
regularly for efficiency.
ADVANTAGES
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A single thermostat controls heating and cooling for the entire
house.
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Air filtration system removes dust and dirt from the indoor air.
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Cooling can be included as part of the whole house system.
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