Many Americans are trying to control their spending, so heating their homes has become an unnecessary, but necessary expense.
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration many American homes will face higher heating costs this winter because of rising fuel prices. It is possible to make simple lifestyle changes and use energy-efficient appliances to reduce heating costs and still have the same level of comfort.
“Energy-efficient heating means that you use less energy to heat the same space,”Phil Weeks, chief operating office of Rinnai America Corporation (a company that makes gas heating appliances), said this. “This saved energy translates into reduced utility costs for homeowners.”
Rinnai’s Hydronic Furnace, an energy-efficient heating device that works with its tankless water heater, can heat homes while conserving energy. The high-efficiency motor of the hydronic furnace offers up to 48 per cent more efficiency than traditional motors. The tankless gas-modulating technology from Rinnai powers the motor. The unit heats air using hot water from a tankless water heater. This makes it less dry than a traditional forced-air furnace.
A direct vent wall furnace is another efficient heating option. These ductless units can heat whole homes or individual rooms, depending on their needs. They also save energy by continuously adjusting heat output and blower speed according to current demand. The gas-modulating direct vent wall furnace from Rinnai can also be used as a heat source in basements, guest rooms, and other areas that are difficult to heat. This reduces the demand on the central heating system.
There are steps homeowners can take to make their heating systems more efficient. These are some of the suggestions:
* Seal and weather strip doors and windows to prevent heat from escaping the home.
* Reverse the direction of ceiling fans (so they turn clockwise) to push warm air down from the ceiling.
* Minimize the use of bathroom and kitchen hood fans as they can quickly remove heat from the air.
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