Your Best Bet in Furnaces
Keeping your home warm in the winter is the top priority for any Canadian homeowner. Nobody wants the hassle and discomfort that comes with a chilly house. As a result, having a furnace is essential, but not all furnaces are created equal. When looking at buying a furnace there are some important things to keep in mind when deciding which one is your best bet.
Oil
Furnaces that run on heating oil have fallen out of favour in the last few decades because they require a great deal more upkeep than other types. Oil needs to be kept in a storage tank on the premises and regular deliveries need to be made. In addition, dirt and soot can build up so chimneys must be cleaned regularly. Cost also tends to rise with oil prices and is more expensive than gas. In fact the only major benefit for oil furnaces is they produce more heat than other sources. Truthfully the only people who should be considering a new oil furnace are people who are replacing a previous oil furnace, but there are far better alternatives out there, so even those in that position should take a good look at other options.
Electric
Electricity has been going up in cost for a while so electric furnaces cost more on a monthly basis than the gas alternatives. That said there are some real advantages to electric like availability – since some areas don’t have access to gas lines. Additionally, the initial cost of the unit is lower, there are less safety concerns than there would be with gas or oil, and modern electric furnaces can be very efficient indeed. Additionally it might be a factor if one has a home that uses solar panels or uses other clean energy generators.
Gas
Gas furnaces are less expensive to operate, clean burning, and highly efficient. They are quiet, require little maintenance, and are reliable. They do tend to cost more than the alternatives in terms of initial price, especially if new lines need to be laid to install, but the savings can be well worth it. For a moderately-sized home in Ontario the annual savings would be estimated to be in excess of $1500. Obviously, it could be more depending on the size of your home and your heat usage. Over the expected 15 year lifespan that’s over $22,500 – and any gas lines will only need to be installed once.
Another fact to consider is that in the event of a power outage a Gas Fireplace will still work, it may turn out to be the only source of heat your family has in such a situation.
For much of the equipment we put in our homes there are hard choices that need to be made. The choice of furnace is really not one of them – if the option is available gas is absolutely your best bet. The downsides of oil means that option should be discarded outright. An electric furnace is still a viable option for some residences, however gas will definitely save you significantly more in the long-term. If you’re looking for information on a new gas, or electric, furnace from an experienced company that can also lay any new lines as necessary, contact us at Twintech Heating and Cooling today!
See What Our Customers Are Saying:
Great Team! Furnace broke in the weekend, Bob visited same day and Greg installed new one on Monday. Team was professional, respectful and knowledgeable. Installation went very well, Greg found solutions to challenges, like hiding new conduits in the ceiling. Looks nice and new furnace is working great. Five Stars.
I used Twintech to install a new furnace for my home. Bob was terrific in explaining the sizing options and why the 2 stage furnace was the best option for me. Greg did a great job installing, clean and on time. Finished work looks great but the best part is how it works. The 2 stage heating is so much more comfortable. I run the fan continuously to keep the indoor air clean. Great investment! Would highly recommendTwintech!
Im going to start this by saying Im a very particular customer. My background is in mathematics and mechanical engineering so I have an eye for detail and a respect for technical knowledge.
Greg had already done an AC inspection and replaced a water heater tank and there was no question in my mind who to deal with replacing my rickety old furnace after it got pooched.
Bob dropped in ahead of time and clearly (and knowledgeably) outlined all technical, price and operational options.
Greg showed up on time, on the agreed date and did a fantastic job. (The OLD furnace was a house of horrors and was installed in a keystone cops sort of way- careless.)
The work Greg did was HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL and FAR MORE FUNCTIONAL than what I had.
Im also a musician with many instruments so maintaining predictable humidity/temperature is extremely important to me. Greg recognized this as did Bob. You NEVER feel like youre being brushed off.
In summary, if youre looking for PROFESSIONAL, QUALITY results by an EXPERIENCED, THOUGHTFUL team
(that also happen to be FRIENDLY and ATTENTIVE ) then youve come to the right page!!
Once again Twin Tech came through and fixed my furnace. A young man by the name of Mitch came by tonight and he was so nice explained everything he was quick he was clean he turned off the lights even when he left the furnace room its just above and beyond Twin Tech always delivers and I just found out about them last year and I will use no one else but thanks again Mitch you are fantastic
I had a problem with the Furnace (Armstrong ultra V) and Greg diagnosed it on the phone. Even told me what the issue was and I was able to fix it. This level of service from a Business that is almost unknown today.
If you require service, reach out to Greg. I will definitely use them in the future!
We have been shopping for a heat pump for our home. We had 3 reps come in and make recommendations and provide a quote. Of the 3, Bob was so clearly so much more qualified, thorough and informed than the other two that the decision was a no brainer. As soon as we get our audit results Twintech will be installing our heat pump.
knowledgeable sales person, did not try to up-sell unneeded features,
and was easily contacted to ensure customer satisfaction.
Installation was expertly done by friendly guys, everything explained for use of the products. Old products were removed and returned to rental company as part of the service. Follow up call was received to check all was well. This is my second time using this company as I was fully satisfied with my previous air conditioning unit installation
Twintech recently installed a new furnace for me. Bob did a great job assessing what I had and needed. All details well explained including the importance of proper sizing of furnace and the value of multi stage heating and the variable speed blower. As a nurse, indoor air quality is a high priority so the variable speed motor running continuous is so good. 24/7 air cleaning. Greg did a great job on install, attention to detail so appreciated. Already notice such an improved comfort and heat. Thank you Twintech! You come as advertised. I will recommend to anyone in need of heating or cooling!
We received various quotes from 4 different companies and right away, the prompt and thorough communication from Bob from TwinTech stood out. He introduced himself, sent sample sites and information, and always confirmed any agreed to dates and times.
Bob was friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the topic of HVAC and it was clear he was passionate about his profession. He approached the job as if he was installing in his own home.
Prior to the new furnace & A/C installation, our old units were loud and inefficient - having several rooms feeling too cold in the winter and too hot in the summer. After installing the recommended units, all rooms stay at a consistent temperature- even the finished basement.
I highly recommend the TwinTech team - just an outstanding job at a reasonable price point.