If you need a new heating system, you may need to choose between an electric and gas furnace. Both have their benefits and drawbacks, so you should speak with your heating contractor to find out which one is better suited to your home and climate. The following will help you learn more about your options.

Benefits of an Electric Furnace

An electric furnace works without the use of natural gas, so you don’t need to have a gas line installed. There also won’t be any harmful carbon monoxide produced as your furnace operates. Though gas furnaces do have systems in place to keep carbon monoxide from entering your home, they still require regular maintenance to ensure that everything is operating safely. Electric furnaces tend to be easier to maintain through the years, and they tend to cost less to install.

Benefits of a Gas Furnace

Gas furnaces are often more efficient than electric ones because natural gas is a less expensive power source than electricity. Even if you pay a bit more for installation, you’ll make up for it through the years with lower operating costs.

Additionally, this option is more effective at heating homes in cold climates because it’s easier to produce the power needed for your heating system to run regularly. Electric furnaces can sometimes struggle to keep up on cold days.

How to Choose Between the Two

If you don’t have a gas line already running to your home, then a gas furnace may be significantly more complicated to install. Speak with your heating contractor to see which type of furnace is better suited to your home.

If you’re interested in having a new electric or gas furnace installed, the professionals at Concord Heating & Air Conditioning Inc will help. The heating contractor serves homeowners and businesses throughout the Cabarrus County, NC, area, providing HVAC repair, installation, and preventive maintenance. Since 1976, the company has employed a team of highly trained and certified technicians who respond quickly and get the job done right the first time. To request a service estimate, visit the company’s website or call (704) 786-6608.