Heating for your air conditioning system is accomplished by generally one of two methods.

1) Producing heat by means of an energy source or,

2) By transferring heat from one area to another such as from outside air to indoor air.

How is warm air produced?

Heat generally comes from two likely energy sources. The 1^st, natural gas… is combusted within a heat exchanger and then vented to the outdoors. The 2^nd, electricity… energizes electric heat strips which are in the airflow directly from your blower assembly.

Which is the most economical choice: natural gas or electricity?

Natural gas heating is by far the most economical. The main reason is that it produces substantial energy (heat) and natural gas is reasonably priced. Data shows the average natural gas heating system (80% efficient furnace) that each $1.00 of gas is converted into $0.80 worth of heat.

While higher efficiency natural gas furnaces are available, our mild winter conditions for the Texas gulf coast area typically make them less cost effective.

Electric heating systems are by far the most simple and in fact are 100% efficient in that each $1.00 worth of electricity converts to a $1.00 worth of heat.

While 100% efficiency may sound appealing, electricity is a less cost-effective way to produce heat due to the cost of producing electricity.  Another option for homeowners without natural gas service available should consider another option; transferring heat rather than produce it from electricity by investing in a heat pump.

What is a heat pump & how do they work?

 A heat pump is a device that transfers heat energy from a source of heat to what is called a thermal reservoir. Heat pumps move thermal energy in the opposite direction of spontaneous heat transfer, by absorbing heat from a cold space and releasing it to a warmer one. A heat pump uses external power to accomplish the work of transferring energy from the heat source to the heat sink. The most common design of a heat pump involves four main components – a condenser, an expansion valve, an evaporator and a compressor. The heat transfer medium circulated through these components is called refrigerant.        Wikipedia    

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Another problem seen recently on a heating service call was nuisance tripping of system electrical breaker. The cause was the electrical supply was inadequate for the heating strips. Maybe you’re wondering… what choices a home owner has when faced with this problem?

The least expensive solution is to simply remove the power supply to one of the heat strips. The other choice involves additional cost, but is more prudent. That involves running an additional power line and adding a breaker to the electrical panel box. The bottom line is that the correct sizing of the electrical supply to the Electric Heating System is very important and a proper fix that AirVantage takes seriously.

At AirVantage we are very proud that our technicians are properly trained and once the diagnosis is done, we give the homeowner a voice in how they want to care for their heating system equipment.

One of best solutions for Heating system repair and maintenance in the League City area is considering installing an American Standard Heat Pump System. This advanced heating equipment utilizes the heat in the outdoor air and transfers that heat indoors in a much more efficient manner. This reduces the homeowners electricity usage, in turn saving money on utility bills. AirVantage is your Heat Pump expert and we offer FREE estimates for Heat Pump Installation.

If you have an all electric home or know someone who does, be sure to tell them to call the Heating Repair in League City experts at Airvantage at: 281 704 2625 or 409 925 6171.

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