To get maximum comfort inside your home during heavy winter, select the perfect home heating system that minimizes the thermostat's load and saves energy. This infographic discusses the advantages, disadvantages, and fuel types of residential heating systems. You must check this infographic before investing in a new system. For more assistance regarding the new residential heating system installation, please contact the national grid-authorized installer, Arnica Heating and Air Conditioning Inc.

1. Heating Systems
Types Of
Residential
Let’s introduce with the different types of home heating systems
Select the right type of heating system to
ease the load of thermostat and to save
energy cost.
Furnace
Fuel source
Natural gas, propane, oil or electricity
Advantage
Forced air furnaces combine cooling and heating
capabilities in one system
Disadvantage
Gas furnaces can pose risks of fires, explosions or
carbon monoxide poisoning
Boiler
Fuel source
Natural gas, propane, fuel oil, bio-diesel blends
or electricity
Advantage
Provide comfortable heat that doesn’t dry out air
like other heating systems
Disadvantage
Boiler systems cannot be combined with air conditioning
for a year-round HVAC system
Heat Pump
Fuel source
Electricity or natural gas
Advantage
No ductwork is required and wall units allow for precise
control of each room’s temperature
Disadvantage
Not efficient in frigid climates
Electric Resistance
Fuel source
Electricity
Advantage
Electric resistance systems are incredibly versatile and
can be installed almost anywhere
Disadvantage
They use a lot of electricity and can significantly
increase energy bills
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Baseboard Heater
Fuel source
Natural gas, propane, fuel oil or electricity
Advantage
Hydronic systems offer precise temperature
control mechanisms
Disadvantage
Boiler and hot water systems cannot be combined
with air conditioning systems