An effective indoor home heating system is essential for maintaining a comfortable living temperature and good air quality. Two popular options for home heating are ducted heating and hydronic heating. Ducted heating uses hot air that is distributed through ducts in the ceilings or beneath the floor to warm the house, while hydronic heating uses a boiler to heat water that is circulated through a network of pipes to heat up your home.
If you want to live sustainably, hydronic heating is the better option. Water is a better conductor of heat than air, which means it uses less energy to operate. Hydronic heating can also be powered by wood, electricity (from renewable energy) or natural gas, reducing both your expenses and your carbon footprint.
Here are some reasons why hydronic heating is a great choice for your home:
Hydronic heating is considered one of the most cost-effective centralised heating solutions. It can save you up to 20% compared to a gas ducted heating system. The design of hydronic heating minimises heat loss, and the heated water returns to the boiler, requiring less energy for reheating. WISELIVING’s wise is an excellent example of a cost-effective hydronic heating system with an energy-efficient technology and environmentally friendly refrigerant.
Hydronic heating is safe and healthy for your family. Home heating systems like the WISELIVING Hydronic Heat Pump do not push out pollutants, dust, and allergens from the vents of your home like ducted heating systems, making it the safest and healthiest option.
Hydronic heating systems are designed for reliability, and they can last for decades if maintained correctly. They have fewer parts, making maintenance hassle-free. The versatile Sophel Hydronic Boiler is an excellent example of a low-maintenance unit that can provide central heating and hot water for your home, with an optional open fire if desired.
In addition to investing in a hydronic heating system, there are other ways to improve your home heating system, such as:
Ensuring your home is draft-proof is an important step towards a comfortable and efficient heating system. Check for any gaps on doors and windows that might let cold air in, and fix them with rubber seals or gaskets. This will not only help to keep the heat inside, but also reduce your energy bills and carbon footprint.
If you have a chimney, it can also affect the efficiency of your heating system. When the fireplace is not in use, cover the chimney opening temporarily to prevent cold air from entering your home. This will also help maintain the temperature inside and reduce heat loss.
Not only do they add privacy, but they can also help cover small openings and reduce heat loss. Choose curtains with a thick fabric for better insulation, which will help to keep your home warm and reduce energy consumption.
By following these simple tips, you can improve the efficiency of your home heating system and save money on your energy bills.
For more than 40 years, WISELIVING has been creating products and systems that follow our ethos of “Respect for People and the Environment.” Our expertise allows us to design and create home systems with craftsmanship that is second to none.
Check out our various offerings on heating options to further reduce your carbon footprint and create a more comfortable and sustainable home environment.
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