A furnace is an equipment that creates heat, which is a necessity in homes and commercial areas especially in a cold country such as Canada. At Maple Air Heating and Cooling, located in Vaughan, we believe that it is important to understand the different types of furnaces and its functions before purchasing one.

Types of Furnaces

We have three types of furnaces out there in the market at this time. The system that may work greatest in your residence relies on numerous components, together with heating necessities, present ductwork and insulation, levels and size of your house, price range, and several other factors.

Single-Stage Furnaces
The ‘thermostat,’ that's in the home calls for warmth, so this furnace comes on with full energy. It can run at maximum capacity until the thermostat is satisfied, then it will shut off by itself. That is the cycle so that you will get considerably uneven warmth all through the home. The furnace hits you with a reasonable amount of warm air that provides you with short time comfort. However, it does not do a fantastic job of sustaining comfort. In that manner, a single-stage furnace shouldn't be very power efficient. However, it's the most reasonably priced choice to buy.

Two-Stage Furnaces
The burner that is in a two-stage furnace can run at two different levels. Completely different burners are programmed differently. For example, the burner could also be scheduled to run at two phases, the capacity of sixty and one hundred per cent.  A two-stage furnace is quiet and generates even extra warmth in the whole household. The slower, longer heating cycle eliminates the form of fast warming that many individuals discovered to be inconvenient from a single-stage furnace.

Modulating Furnaces
Modulating furnaces function in quite exact increments. Several models can run at 40% capability and enhance by 0.5% if the thermostat requires it. As a result of that, they will handle temperature so precisely in your home; they often run continuously at a low setting. The temperature in each room of the household stays constant due to this steady operation.  Modulating furnaces are rated 98% more effective than other furnace types, which means 98% of the gas that goes into the system comes back as heat. More so, being the most environment-friendly and highest performing furnace, the cost of purchasing it is high.

Type of Fan Motors

Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC) Fan Coil Motors
PSC motors cannot be programmed to regulate the speed of the rotation. The velocity doesn't fluctuate, so the motor successfully turns on and off. Since the velocity is fixed, the power used is also attached. This implies the motor makes use of as much power as it could each second, it is on. Typically, PSC motors fail to offer good airflow when the static strain turns to excessive. As a result, they cannot enhance their velocity and torque to account for a rise in pressure.

Electronically Commutated Modulation (ECM) Motors
Electronically commutated modulation (ECM) motors are comparatively new to the HVAC world in residences and condos. Whereas some builders began utilizing them earlier, a number of them have now started using ECM motors in the fan coils they have. They have got a better introductory price and run on DC (direct current). ECM is an incredible versatile motor. Their motors can be programmed to regulate the speed of rotation or velocity. Giving a chance for variable rates denotes they will ramp as much as delivering fantastic airflow when there's elevated static pressure. More so, ECM motors have a quiet sound, and that is a a result of the velocity build up. It does not go full blast instantly.

Our specialists at Maple Air Heating and Cooling, serving the Greater Toronto Area, are available to answer any questions regarding furnaces, help you with purchasing the right one for your home, and providing any maintenance or repairs. Contact us today to speak to our sales, service, or installation team.