Furnaces and heating technology have evolved through many years of research and development, giving us many options. Just like all other energy consuming devices and equipment, furnaces and heaters have different efficiency ratings. Bardi Heating and Air is bringing you this information so that you can make the best judgment in your selection and investment in the purchase and installation of your heating system.

Furnaces are the most common residential heating system in the U.S.

Earning the ENERGY STAR means products meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy.

• ENERGY STAR qualified oil and gas furnaces have annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) ratings of 83% and 90%, or higher, making them up to 15% more efficient than standard models.
• Remember, saving energy prevents pollution. By choosing ENERGY STAR and taking steps to optimize the performance of your heating equipment, you are helping to prevent global warming and promoting cleaner air while enhancing the comfort of your home.

Electric air-source heat pumps, often used in moderate climates, use the difference between outdoor air temperatures and indoor air temperatures to cool and heat your home.

Earning the ENERGY STAR means products meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy.

Geothermal heat pumps are similar to ordinary heat pumps, but use the ground instead of outside air to provide heating, air conditioning and, in most cases, hot water. Because they use the earth’s natural heat, they are among the most efficient and comfortable heating and cooling technologies currently available.

• ENERGY STAR qualified geothermal heat pumps use about 30% less energy than a standard heat pump.
• They are quieter than conventional systems.

Remember, saving energy prevents pollution. By choosing ENERGY STAR and taking steps to optimize the performance of your heating and cooling equipment, you are helping to prevent global warming and promoting cleaner air while enhancing the comfort of your home.

You may also be interested to know:

• Though these systems can be more expensive to purchase up front, the cost difference will be returned over time through lower energy bills.
• When buying new equipment, sizing and installation are as important as product quality.
• You can get better heating and cooling performance at home with ENERGY STAR home sealing (insulation and air sealing) and duct sealing.
• Consider regular maintenance to maintain your heating and cooling system performance.

The Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) and the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) have developed an online database which can be used to find qualifying ENERGY STAR equipment. All equipment listed in this online database meets the specification requirements for ENERGY STAR. This online database is solely maintained and operated by CEE and ARI.

To help understand how to use this online database, we have created a quick guide (118KB) to help you with the various fields used in the database.