Residential Heating Installation in Arlington Heights, IL

A home heating system provides heat to your home to keep everyone comfortable, regardless of the outside temperature. Whether installing a residential heating system in a newly constructed home or replacing your existing one, the Dahme Mechanical Industries, Inc. experts are ready to help. With over 50 years of experience, this family-owned business provides residential heating installation in Arlington Heights, Illinois, and the surrounding Chicagoland community.

What Are the Types of Residential Heating Systems?

There are four main types of residential heating systems: furnaces, radiant heating systems, boilers, and space heaters. A furnace uses air and vents to heat a home. Radiant heating systems heat a home using steam or hot water through pipes under the flooring or in the walls. Boilers use steam or hot water distributed by pipes to steam or baseboard radiators. Electricity or a fuel source generates heat for a space heater, which can help add warmth to a home. A space heater should not be used as the primary heating source for a home.

Other residential heating system options include a heat pump that uses electricity and refrigerant to transfer heat instead of generating it. Hybrid heating systems combine a gas furnace’s power with a heat pump’s energy efficiency. A ductless mini-split creates various HVAC zones without using air ducts. Each zone has its own thermostat and can be turned on or off as needed. Baseboard heaters can supplement your residential heating system. You can use hydronic or electric baseboards to help heat your home.

What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Each Type of Residential Heating System?

Each heating system has advantages and disadvantages, and people often prefer one type over the others.

• Furnaces are typically less expensive to run and can heat your home quickly, but they can be noisy and may not be best for people with asthma or other allergies.
• Radiant heating systems are quiet and efficient but can be expensive to install.
• Boilers provide radiant heat, which can be more comfortable than forced air, and work well in homes with high ceilings but can be expensive to maintain and install.
• Space heaters are inexpensive but use more energy and can be unsafe in homes with pets or children.
• Heat pumps are efficient but only work well in moderate climates that don’t dip below freezing.
• Hybrid heating systems reduce the strain on both units but are also best in moderate climates.
• Ductless mini-splits are useful in larger homes or add-ons without ductwork, heating only the areas you need, but they can be expensive to install and maintain.
• Baseboard heaters are inexpensive and effective but are best used as supplemental heating rather than a primary heat source.

How Efficient Are Residential Heating Systems?

Your residential heating system determines how much energy you use, so deciding on the best heating system for your home is essential. You should consider the climate you live in, the size of your home, your budget for installing a residential heating system, and the cost of running and maintaining it.

Whether you opt for a furnace, radiant heating system, or boiler, proper installation is one of the most critical aspects of your residential heating system. A poorly installed heating system can not only lack efficiency but may not last as long as a system that has been installed properly. Trust the experts at Dahme Mechanical Industries, Inc. to install your residential heating system to ensure proper installation.

How Eco-Friendly Are Residential Heating Systems?

The type of residential heating system you select will determine how eco-friendly it is. Radiant heating systems and boilers are very eco-friendly because they use a natural resource to produce heat without added emissions. A gas furnace is less eco-friendly because it produces emissions that can harm our environment.

When Should a Residential Heating System Be Replaced?

Replacing your home’s heating system is a significant decision. Whether you need to replace your current heating system due to failure or change the type of heating system used due to allergies, the experts at Dahme Mechanical Industries, Inc. can help you decide which system is best for you and your home. Six warning signs that your residential heating system may be failing and needs to be replaced include the following:

• Increased energy bills.
• Unusual or loud noises are coming from the unit.
• Increased illnesses in the home.
• The need for frequent repairs.
• Cold air coming from the heating system.
• Short cycling issues.

Dryness or dustiness in your home can be another warning sign with a forced air heating system. Other signs of a failing heating system can include drastic changes in temperatures from one room to the next or constant thermostat adjustments needing to be made.

Contact Dahme Mechanical Industries, Inc. for Residential Heating Installation in Arlington Heights, Illinois

Dahme Mechanical Industries, Inc. offers residential heating installation services for new home construction and remodeling in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Our technicians visit your home to measure the heating load requirements for each room to calculate the necessary capacity for your residential heating system. We’ll provide options to help you pick the brand that suits your needs and budget. When our team arrives to install the heating system, we respect your time and guarantee our results will exceed your expectations.

Edgar Dahme started the company in 1965 as a residential plumbing company. Now DMI is a family-owned, full-service plumbing and pipefitting contracting company providing HVAC, plumbing, emergency services, and more for the Chicagoland area. Our union employees are highly trained and re-trained in the most advanced construction techniques, safety topics, and specialty work. You can trust us with your home’s heating installation needs. Our team holds impressive safety certifications, including the following:

• Chicagoland Construction Safety Council Scaffold Training.
• Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Cross-Control Device Inspection.
• Medical Gas Training.
• OSHA 10-Hour.
• OSHA Competent Person.
• OSHA Hazard Communication.
• OSHA Underground Excavation.

Rest assured that the trained professionals of Dahme Mechanical Industries will properly and safely install your residential heating system, Inc. Contact us today at 847-396-9836 or complete our secure online form to get started. A team member would be happy to answer any questions you may have about residential heating systems or the installation process.

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