A guide to energy efficient heating and air conditioning in Winnipeg
With the rising cost of fuels in Canada, it has become imperative to use EnerGuide and ENERGY STAR qualified products. EnerGuide is the official mark of the Government of Canada for rating products based on its energy consumption and efficiency. This rating is also applicable on geothermal heating winnipeg and air conditioning winnipeg products sold in Winnipeg.
The EnerGuide and ENERGY STAR programs would help Canada to reduce energy consumption and cut down on greenhouse gas emissions in the process.
Home appliances that qualify for ENERGY STAR rating includes water coolers, washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators and freezers. HVAC products such as furnaces, air conditioners, ceiling fans, water heaters and heat pumps also fall under this category. However, bathroom vanities and plumbing supplies in Winnipeg are not ENERGY STAR qualified products.
Under this rating energy efficiency is measured on the basis of seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) for air conditioners and heat pumps – a higher rating means a more energy efficient product.
Using an energy efficient electric furnace Winnipeg
In electric furnaces or electric forced-air systems electricity or a combination of other sources is used for heating. The five major types of electric winnipeg heating systems available in Winnipeg and across Canada includes:
• Forced-air systems
• Hot water or hydronic systems
• Radiant systems
• Room heaters and
• Combination systems
If you use electricity as the only source of heating for your furnace, ensure that unused chimney flues are sealed and insulated – this is to reduce heat loss. Remember to hire a professional during replacement, repair or installation of a new electric furnace in your home.
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