Slide: Types of Heating Systems

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Types of Heating Systems
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• Different types of heating systems are used for
  homes, offices and commercial settings.

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Types of Heating Systems

• Forced Air Systems
• Radiant Heat Systems
• Hydronic Systems
• Steam Radiant Systems
• Geothermal Systems

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Forced Air Systems

• Common type of home heating system.
• Distributes air from furnace through installed
  ductwork and vents.
• Air can be heated with various fuel sources -
  natural gas, propane, oil or electricity.

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Forced Air Systems

• Ductwork takes space in the walls.
• May distribute allergens through moving air.

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Radiant Heat Systems

• Can provide natural and comfortable heat.
• Heat is provided via hot water tubes embedded in
  the floor or within the ceiling.
• Hot water is heated by a boiler, fueled by oil,
  natural gas, propane, or electricity.

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Radiant Heat Systems

• May take time to heat a room.
• Expensive installation and maintenance.

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Hydronic Systems

• Uses hot water heated by a boiler.
• Heat circulates in each room through tubes
  located in baseboard heating units attached to
  the walls.
• Controls temperature in each room separately.

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Hydronic Systems

• Energy efficient.
• Temperature rises slowly.

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Steam Radiant System

• Heats room through radiators.
• Two varieties- one-pipe and two-pipe systems.
• Heats water through electricity, oil, or natural
  gas.
• Inconvenient for furniture placement and window
  coverings.

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Geothermal System

• Newest technology for heating and cooling.
• Mostly used in homes and eco-conscious office
  spaces.
• Internal temperature is regulated through natural
  heat from the ground.
• System is not cheap to install.

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