Heating a New York home isn’t just about producing enough heat. It also means controlling fuel consumption, managing operating costs, and getting the most useful heat from an aging or newly installed system. Furnaces heat air and distribute it through ducts, while boilers heat water to produce hot water or steam that travels through radiators, baseboards, or radiant-floor systems.
For property owners considering boiler installation, understanding efficiency ratings is essential. The most commonly used measurement is Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency, or AFUE. With heating costs remaining a major household expense, that number can help compare equipment, but it shouldn’t be treated as a guarantee of lower utility bills.
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