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    Jul 23, 2010, 12:48 PM
    Efficient way to install new gas furnace which saves energy
    Hi,
    I bought my first new house which is not built yet. It's a walkout basement. I want to go for energy effiecient gas furnace suggestions which heats up my main floor-second floor and basement too for my family members. I need suggestions by that I can save on my energy bill.

    Thank you for your suggestions
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    Jul 23, 2010, 02:21 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by falgi View Post
    Hi,
    I bought my first new house which is not built yet. Its a walkout basement. I wanna go for energy effiecient gas furnace suggestions which heats up my main floor-second floor and basement too for my family members. I need suggestions by that I can save on my energy bill.

    Thank you for your suggestions


    A 90+ furnace is the route to go. You might also consider Zoning since you have a two story.

    Now if it were my home I would have a separate system for the upstairs and another system for the basement and first floor.

    BUT no matter what you do with the heat systems I suggest you MONITOR the caulking/insulating of the home. More heat is lost by a bad insulation job. Also depending upon where you live it might be wise to have the house foamed instead of using fiberglass batts.

    Let your wallet be your guide. Read the link below to get an Idea about contractors.
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