Definition:
A Furnace is a piece of equipment used in the home to heat outside air and distribute it through ductwork throughout the home. A furnace may use natural gas, propane, oil or electricity as its fuel source in heating the air. The furnace should be maintained every year. The efficiency of a furnace is measured in a rating called AFUE.
A Furnace is a piece of equipment used in the home to heat outside air and distribute it through ductwork throughout the home. A furnace may use natural gas, propane, oil or electricity as its fuel source in heating the air. The furnace should be maintained every year. The efficiency of a furnace is measured in a rating called AFUE.
The temperature and intervals of operation for the furnace are controlled by a remote thermostat in the home.
A furnace may also have a humidifier attached to it that adds water vapor to heated air exiting the furnace.
