{"id":1015,"date":"2024-11-22T21:51:08","date_gmt":"2024-11-22T21:51:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.www.unitedairtemp.com\/atlanta-ga-area\/?p=1015"},"modified":"2024-11-22T22:08:45","modified_gmt":"2024-11-22T22:08:45","slug":"are-gas-or-electric-furnaces-better-in-georgia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unitedairtemp.com\/atlanta-ga-area\/blog\/are-gas-or-electric-furnaces-better-in-georgia\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Gas or Electric Furnaces Better in Georgia?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thanks to Georgia’s mild winters, homeowners don’t have to rely heavily on their heat<\/a> during the season, but this doesn’t mean they don’t need a reliable system.<\/p>\r\n

Many people consider a gas or electric furnace<\/a> when choosing from Georgia’s heating options, thanks to their reliability. However, these systems offer distinct advantages, making the choice between them difficult.<\/p>\r\n

In this blog post, the HVAC experts at United Air Temp discuss the main differences between electric and gas furnaces and the factors homeowners should consider when making the choice.<\/p>\r\n

How Do Electric Furnaces Work?<\/h2>\r\n

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Electric furnaces use electricity to power the furnace’s heating element, which is metal coils. As the coils heat up, a blower motor circulates the air around them and pushes it into the ductwork, where it’s distributed throughout the home.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Pros & Cons of Electric Furnaces<\/h2>\r\n

There are many pros to consider when choosing an electric furnace:<\/p>\r\n