With fuel prices rising, homeowners are seeking more efficient heating methods. A Hybrid Heat system is a great way to heat your home efficiently, economically and comfortably. Hybrid Heat systemsInclude a heat pump or gas furnace and are controlled by a compatible thermostat or control.
Dual fuel or hybrid heat systems provide exceptional performance because they use a heating source that produces the most energy-efficient comfort under moderate heating conditions. The system switches to the second heating source when it becomes more economical to keep your family warm, as the outside temperature drops.
Carrier Infinity Hybrid Heat System, for example, includes an Infinity 20 heatpump with Greenspeed Intelligence and Infinity 98 gas furnace, which are managed by an Infinity control. Because it allows for the flow of electric and gas heating, the system is more efficient than any other gas furnace.
“The rising price of gas and oil has spurred a great interest in alternative heating solutions,”Rob Lambert is Carrier’s product manager and application engineer. “A Hybrid Heat system allows homeowners to save money on energy costs for years to come, since the system ‘balance point’ is set to help optimize each fuel source, depending on utility costs and weather conditions in your area.”
The heat pump is what makes a Hybrid Heat system unique. A heat pump is a heat conditioner that can reverse the process to heat the home during cold weather. Heat pumps move heat heat instead of burning fuel to create heat. The majority of heat pumps run on electricity so homeowners have the option to use electricity as an alternative fuel source.
New technology in heating and cooling allows homeowners to save money and enjoy greater comfort.
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