Why Baseboard Heaters Are Better Than Forced Hot Air

Proper heat distribution is one of the most important functional requirements for a home. It’s what helps us maintain a comfortable environment regardless of what time of year it is or what the weather conditions are like. As such, there are a variety of ways to distribute heated air throughout a home—with forced hot air and baseboard heating being the top two contenders. Though each has its own set of benefits and drawbacks, one stands out above the other for its overall ease of use, maintenance schedule, and, most important, efficiency. This is why baseboard heaters are better than forced hot air heating.

No Ductwork Required

Forced air heating systems work by pushing treated air from the furnace through several connecting ducts placed throughout a home. This air then blows out from the vents and circulates around each given room. While this may seem convenient post-construction, the act of getting ductwork installed is both timely and expensive. This is especially the case if you live in an older home. Baseboard heaters, on the other hand, are self-contained systems and don’t require ducts to circulate heat, making them much simpler to install.

Less Mandatory Maintenance

Air ducts also require frequent cleanings and maintenance to keep control of the dust and dander collecting within them. Because of how extensive duct systems can be, homeowners often need to hire professionals in order to get the job done right. Baseboard heaters don’t require as much maintenance. In fact, as long as you’re occasionally vacuuming the dust out of the unit, you rarely should need to do any more work on them.

Minimal Noise

For some, the loud sound of the air kicking on is something they can get used to. For others, it’s a nuisance. If you happen to fall into the latter category, baseboard heaters are the perfect option because they run almost silently. Rather than blow the heated air out with a fan, these units simply radiate the heat and let it disperse on its own. As such, there are no noisy fans to create additional background sounds when you’re trying to sleep.

Energy Efficiency

But the most important reason why baseboard heaters are better than forced hot air is that they ultimately offer the best rate of efficiency—especially when combined with a cover. Since forced air systems need to both heat the air and then push it out through the vents, they use significantly more energy to perform the extra task. Baseboard heaters allow the heat to radiate from the unit itself so the energy goes only toward the heating process. This can cut overall energy usage nearly in half and leave more money in your pocket as a result.

We consider it our mission at EZ Snap™ Covers to supply you with quality products and the knowledge to use them in the most beneficial ways. Our hot water baseboard covers shield external surfaces from coming into direct contact with the heat while effectively dispersing it throughout a room.

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