These days, everything—from the cars we choose to the furnaces in our homes—are moving in the direction of energy efficiency and long-term savings, as they should be. As residents in and around the San Jose area, we are particularly geared toward earth-friendlier options (whenever we can find them—we continue to lead the country in this; good for Californians!).
Change is good. The efficiency with which furnaces convert gas to heat energy has been improving, greatly, throughout the last few decades. We now see furnaces more than 30% more efficient than we had in the 1970s and 1980s. Thank you, technology! And, isn’t it funny how doing the right thing for Mother Nature actually ends up working to our favor, with regard to efficiency and cost?
Before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s start at the beginning:
What is a Hybrid Dual-Fuel System?
This innovative furnace is made up of a heat pump for electricity-fueled heating and cooling, a gas furnace, an evaporator coil, and a control. Now, this may not necessarily mean anything to you, yet. But, hang in there.
Why is a Hybrid Dual-Fuel System Furnace better for the environment?
Pretty simple: it uses less energy.It is, literally, a hybrid of two different furnace systems created to save on energy (and bills… we’re getting there). That said, there are advantages and disadvantages to heat pumps and gas furnaces and this particular option brings the best of both while doing away with the shortcomings of wasteful energy.
How does a Hybrid Dual-Fuel System Furnace save us money?
Glad you asked. Hybrid Dual-Fuel Systems combine gas and electricity to give you more control over your utility bills. How? Furnaces which run solely on gas can be very, very expensive. Though, these are necessary when temperatures are very cold (40 degrees or less). Electric heat pumps, on the other hand, are much more affordable but do not work efficiently when outside temperatures are very cold. In the San Jose area temperatures are rarely below freezing temperatures, which means a heat pump is the most efficient way to warm our homes. Occasionally though, when temperatures drop below that nearly-freezing point, the gas furnace kicks in to provide heat more economically. Because this furnace system is designed to automatically select the most economical fuel source—electric or gas—you will get maximum efficiency for much less than traditional (AKA outdated) furnaces. Most of us grew up with manual settings or timer capabilities on our furnaces to keep warm and comfortable at home, right? These were nice and innovative in their time, but no longer the most cost-effective option on the market.
The team at Pelle Heating & Air Conditioning is excited to convert your San Jose home into a more comfortable space. We are dedicated to conserving energy whenever possible and concern ourselves with what is economically best for your family and specific needs. Ask us how we can help you save on emissions outputs and shrink your monthly utility bill with our Hybrid Dual-Fuel System furnace in San Jose, CA.
Pelle Heating & Air Conditioning
3751 Charter Park Court #D
San Jose, CA 95136
Office: (669) 219-8957
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