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AC Direct - FAQ's - System Selection - Gas Furnaces
Should I install a gas furnace or a heat pump?
This page is designed to provide anyone looking for a new HVAC system with a better understanding of frequently asked questions about the selection, AC and furnace sizing and other important considerations in making the best choices for your home or office.
This information guide offers the following categories of information pertaining to proper AC and heating system sizing as well as important guides to ensure you make informed decisions:
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Should I install a gas furnace or a heat pump?
Let's break this down by climate:
Extreme northern climates.. Natural or propane gas wherever possible.
Cold Climates...Natural gas if available or a heat pump with bias toward gas.
Moderate climates... Natural gas or a heat pump without bias one way or the other.
Extreme southern climates... Heat pump, electric heatstrip or natural gas if available. Of course, a heat pump system includes air conditioning as well.