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A Guide To Energy Efficient Heating And Air Conditioning In Winnipeg

July 29, 2010 by  
Filed under Energy Efficiency

With the rising cost of fuels in Canada, it has become imperative to use EnerGuide and STAR qualified products. EnerGuide is the official mark of the Government of Canada for rating products based on its consumption and efficiency. This rating is also applicable on geothermal heating and air conditioning products sold in Winnipeg.

The EnerGuide and STAR programs would help Canada to reduce consumption and cut down on greenhouse gas emissions in the process.
Home appliances that qualify for 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 STAR qualified products.

Under this rating energy efficiency is measured on the basis of seasonal ratio (SEER) for air conditioners and heat pumps a higher rating means a more efficient product.

Using an efficient electric furnace in 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 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.

About the Author:
Mr. Furnace Heating & Air Conditioning is a Manitoba based company that provides high quality winnipeg heating, ventilation, electric furnace Winnipeg and air conditioning Winnipeg products and services.


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