{"id":14176,"date":"2020-10-26T07:18:13","date_gmt":"2020-10-26T07:18:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/?p=14176"},"modified":"2025-01-21T09:11:41","modified_gmt":"2025-01-21T15:11:41","slug":"a-beginners-guide-to-home-heating-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/lifestyles\/a-beginners-guide-to-home-heating-systems","title":{"rendered":"A Beginner&#8217;s Guide to Home Heating Systems"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Space-Heater-soothing-air.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14179\" width=\"569\" height=\"365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Space-Heater-soothing-air.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Space-Heater-soothing-air-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 569px) 100vw, 569px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/thesoothingair.com\/diy-heaters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Soothing Air<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most crucial challenges of owning a lake house in the winter is staying warm. While your heating system at home may be a breeze, secondary homes are a different ballgame. Just by spending less time at a vacation home, it\u2019s harder to maintain. How can you know which heating system is right for you? We\u2019re here to help you become knowledgeable about this fundamental piece of homeownership. We talked with experts in the HVAC field (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) about these various options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Furnaces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/furnace-jacobs-heating.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14180\" width=\"568\" height=\"385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/furnace-jacobs-heating.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/furnace-jacobs-heating-300x203.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/jacobsheating.com\/hvac-installations\/furnaces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jacobs Heating and Air Conditioning<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">According to&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/smarterhouse.org\/heating-systems\/types-heating-systems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Smarter House<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, most households in North America rely on a central furnace for heat. It works by blowing air through ducts that transmit the warm air to various rooms in the house. To conduct heat, they typically use natural gas or propane. While they generally take up more space than other heating systems, one advantage is that it\u2019s centralized. You can operate the entire home\u2019s heat from a single control. They also last a long time. According to Kerry Sherin, Home Value Expert at&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ownerly.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ownerly<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, \u201cA furnace\u2019s energy efficiency can range from 59%\u201398.5%, and you will have to replace it within 15\u201330 years.\u201d&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boilers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/boiler-system-mdmmechanical-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14181\" width=\"564\" height=\"752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/boiler-system-mdmmechanical-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/boiler-system-mdmmechanical-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/boiler-system-mdmmechanical-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/boiler-system-mdmmechanical-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/boiler-system-mdmmechanical.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdmmechanical.ca\/types-of-residential-boilers-how-choose-best-boiler-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MDM Mechanical.<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like furnaces, boilers are classified under the \u201ccentral heating systems\u201d family, and they\u2019re also another common choice in the U.S. While furnaces distribute heat in warm air, boilers do the same with hot water. The boiler circulates hot water or steam through pipes, and the water is pumped to a home\u2019s radiators. However, steam boilers are less common today, and hot water is the most common. Kerry Sherin adds that while boilers can easily heat specific rooms, the expensive installation and risk of frozen pipes are some downsides to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Heat Pumps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/outdoor-heat-pumps-hvac.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14182\" width=\"560\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/outdoor-heat-pumps-hvac.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/outdoor-heat-pumps-hvac-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/outdoor-heat-pumps-hvac-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hvac.com\/heat-pumps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HVAC.com<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A heat pump looks similar to an air conditioner and functions similarly. It works by running a compressor and fan to generate heat with electricity. They\u2019re also called \u201creverse air cycle conditioners\u201d because the process is just like refrigeration, only backward. Instead of generating cold air to keep food at a cooler temperature, it creates warmer air for your home.<\/p>\n<p>Ductless mini-splits are also a popular heat pump system that\u2019s configured differently. \u201cWhile traditional heat pumps and furnaces provide central heat, a ductless system is decentralized,\u201d says Bob Wiseman, president of Canoga Park Heating and Air Conditioning. A plus side of this system is that each room in your home with a ductless mini-split has individual temperature control, improving efficiency and comfort. \u201cPlus,\u201d he adds, \u201cthey do not require ducting, and the individual rooms can have their temperature-controlled separately.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Electric Space Heaters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/space-heater-walmart.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14183\" width=\"563\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/space-heater-walmart.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/space-heater-walmart-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/space-heater-walmart-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/space-heater-walmart-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/space-heater-walmart-144x144.jpeg 144w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 563px) 100vw, 563px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.com\/ip\/Portable-Electric-Space-Heater-1500W-750W-Infrared-Heaters-Timer-Thermostat-Small-Heater-Remote-Control-Office-Home-Overheat-Tip-Over-Protection-3-He\/454354984\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Walmart.com<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">According to Liam Kear, owner of&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/24-7plumbersboxhill.com\/gas-heating\/.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Elevated Lead Gen Solutions<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, there are two functions of home heating systems: heating&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">you<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;or heating&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the room<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. While the previously mentioned heating systems serve the latter role, electric space heaters help warm&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">you<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;quickly. This type of system works by converting electricity into heat. Many times, electric heaters are portable, cheap options. For instance, Liam Kear says, \u201cradiant heaters are usually portable, so you can get them out when you\u2019re cold and hide them away when you don\u2019t need them.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Active Solar Heating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/active-solar-energydotgov-1024x633.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14184\" width=\"561\" height=\"346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/active-solar-energydotgov-1024x633.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/active-solar-energydotgov-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/active-solar-energydotgov-768x475.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/active-solar-energydotgov.jpg 1181w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 561px) 100vw, 561px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/energysaver\/home-heating-systems\/active-solar-heating#:~:text=Active%20solar%20heating%20systems%20use,system%20provides%20the%20additional%20heat.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">energy.gov<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps the most energy-saving option, active solar heating systems use the sun to warm liquid or air for heating. According to Kerry Sherin, Its life expectancy is 20+ years, making it a quality, long-lasting option. While this choice helps you save money on energy bills at your lake house, keep in mind that the initial purchase can be expensive. Plus, you will likely require a second heating source to keep thoroughly warm in the winter.<\/p>\n<p>From our lake house to yours, we hope this knowledge about home heating systems helps you stay warm this winter!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Furnaces Boilers Heat Pumps Electric Space Heaters Active Solar Heating<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27,"featured_media":14184,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12064,12054,12053,3],"tags":[16772,16771,16770,16769,16768,32],"class_list":["post-14176","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-for-homeowners","category-home-improvement-diy","category-lifestyle","category-advice_and_tips","tag-active-solar-heating","tag-electric-space-heaters","tag-heat-pumps","tag-home-energy","tag-home-heating-systems","tag-home-improvement"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>A Beginner&#039;s Guide to Home Heating Systems<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Winter is coming, and staying warm at your lake house is essential! 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