Natural Gas Furnaces and Boilers
Economical and Powerful Heat that Never Runs Out
Value Meets Comfort
On average, half of your home’s energy costs are attributed to heating. Natural gas heating systems cost less to operate than other fuels. Natural gas is the most economical choice, which is why most home buyers across the country prefer natural gas.
Comfort
Heat from a natural gas furnace feels warm and cozy. Natural gas furnaces typically heat the home faster because they generate warm air at higher temperatures compared to an electrical heating system.
Efficiency
On average, natural gas furnaces are more efficient than other fossil fuel furnaces. Today’s high-efficiency gas furnaces are up to 99% efficient.
Cost
Natural gas is significantly cheaper for heating compared to oil, electricity, and propane. Exact savings depend on current market prices, location, and heating system's efficiency, but consumers can expect to save on average between 30%-85%.
Reliability
Natural gas furnaces are highly durable. Gas furnaces have an average life of 15 to 25 years.
Value
Natural gas furnaces are easier to repair and maintain which results in a lower maintenance costs on average compared to other furnace types.
Clean
Natural gas is the cleanest-burning fossil fuel available. On average, natural gas furnaces emit 30% less carbon dioxide (CO₂) into the atmosphere than equivalent oil furnaces do.
References:
- https://homeguide.com/costs/gas-furnace-prices#run
- https://homeguide.com/costs/new-furnace-replacement-cost
- https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/natural-gas/natural-gas-and-the-environment.php
- https://www.carrier.com/residential/en/us/products/furnaces/electric-furnace-vs-gas-furnace-vs-oil-furnace/
- https://www.hvac.com/expert-advice/heat-pump-vs-gas-furnace/
- https://www.c2es.org/content/natural-gas/