4 Types of HVAC Systems for Your Home
Autumn is here, and temperatures have begun to fall. A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can help you increase your home's temperature. HVAC systems typically combine multiple features and come in various forms. Keep reading to know the various types of HVAC systems.
1. Split System
A split system comes with indoor and outdoor units that connect to each other via copper tubes. The outdoor unit may have a heat pump, while the indoor unit may also combine with a gas furnace.
The heat pump generally uses electricity and can bring more air into the house. The split system's furnace burns fuel, such as propane, to generate heat. The furnace will then spread the heat throughout your home via ductwork.
A split system allows you to create zones in your home that have different temperature controls.
2. Hybrid Systems
Hybrid HVAC systems use an electric heat pump and a gas furnace to maximize fuel efficiency. The combination enhances comfort while reducing utility bills. This system will monitor the temperature changes during autumn and determine the cheaper fuel source to heat your home.
Hybrid HVAC will connect to your home's duct network and spread hot air throughout the house. The use of electric power, together with fossil fuel sources like natural gas, increases the system’s efficiency. You may even find hybrid systems that use air source heat pumps and combustion furnaces. The furnace acts as a contingency to heat your home as the temperatures continue dropping.
The dual fuel source system can reduce your energy bills by up to 50% each month. You may even benefit from rebate programs and tax credits. Furthermore, hybrid systems can reduce carbon emissions and are more durable.
3. Ductless HVAC Systems
A ductless HVAC system can deliver warm air into any room in your home without using ductwork. This system is perfect for garages and room additions.
The ductless system normally has an outdoor compressor and an indoor unit. This HVAC system uses a tiny hole in the wall to minimize leakage and enhance security. Moreover, ductless systems are inconspicuous and less noisy.
Ductless HVAC systems can save up to 25% of energy expenditure due to the lack of ductwork. This system also has flexible compressors that automate the HVAC operation. The automation saves energy when the compressor turns on. Consequently, the total energy savings can be as high as 30% of your normal costs.
You may also be eligible for tax credits and utility incentives if you use ductless HVAC in your home. However, ductless systems cost a lot of money and require regular maintenance.
4. Packaged HVAC Unit
A packaged unit has all the heating equipment in a single chamber. This configuration makes packaged units perfect for homes with limited space. You can install this unit on the outside side of the wall or on the roof. The system will then generate warm air that will enter the home through the ductwork.
Packaging systems use multiple configurations and come in various forms. The ideal configuration for your home depends on your local climate. For instance, if temperatures in the fall get too low, you may need a packaged unit with a furnace.
One configuration of packaged HVAC units is the packaged heat pump. This system has heat pump technology that can warm your home in the fall. Other configurations are packaged gas-electric and packaged dual-fuel.
Packaged heat pumps are ideal in places such as Miami, while dual-fuel may be practical in the Midwest.
Get Maximum Comfort This Fall
Temperatures continue to drop as autumn sets in. Thus, an HVAC system can be a necessary feature in your home. Regardless of your chosen HVAC system, you will need a professional HVAC company to help install, repair, and maintain your HVAC systems.
Drain Right Services provides reliable HVAC systems at affordable prices. Contact us for more information.
