Summer may seem like an odd time to buy a new furnace, but it is actually a great time to get a good deal on the best selection of energy efficient furnaces. And there is no better time to install your new furnace. By selecting and installing your new furnace in the summer months, you can take your time and will not be rushed by the need to get the furnace replacement done as soon as possible.
While shopping for a new furnace, ask your HVAC professional about the benefits of a two stage furnace. Most homeowners assume that the greatest benefit of a two stage furnace is that they are very energy efficient. While it’s true that two stage furnaces are energy efficient, what most homeowner appreciate is that they will keep your home more comfortable.
A traditional single stage furnace operates at only level. The furnace is either on or off and the temperature of your home is controlled by how long the furnace runs. The furnace turns on when the temperature drops below a certain level and shut off when reaches a degree or two above the desired temperature. The result is that there is constant cycle of higher and lower temperatures as the furnace cycles on and off.
A two stage furnace operates differently. It can operate at high and low so to avoid too much cycling on and off, it runs on low during mild weather. It runs longer, but uses less energy and avoids the frequent temperature swings of a single stage furnace. When temperatures drop the second stage kicks in for additional heat when it is needed. With a two stage furnace, your home is more evenly heated with fewer temperature swings.
