There are various types of heating systems, including oil heating systems. This highly sought-after fuel is a significant emitter of CO2, a well-known atmospheric pollutant. With the goal of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the Quebec government has regulated the purchase and replacement of this type of system. Thus, since December 31, 2021, it is forbidden to install an oil heating system in a new home; by December 31, 2023, it will be forbidden to replace an existing system. If you heat your home with oil and your system requires replacement, it is high time to switch to electricity.
Switch to Electricity for Your Heating System
Replacing an oil heating system with an electric heating system helps limit emissions of atmospheric pollutants, in addition to saving money on your energy bill each year. Electricity, a clean and sustainable renewable energy, is indeed less expensive than oil, whose price continues to increase.
An electric furnace offers numerous advantages. Its installation is interesting if you have a central system, since the ventilation pipes are already in place in the walls of your home. Requiring no special maintenance, the electric furnace provides uniform ambient heat throughout your house. Another heating option that allows you to reuse your ventilation ducts is the central heat pump, a device that heats in the winter and removes heat from your home in the summer, thus acting as an air conditioner half the time. Combined with supplemental electric heating (such as electric baseboards, for example), the heat pump is the most cost-effective option in the long term, as this device is inexpensive, eco-friendly depending on the model, and not very bulky.
Conversely, if you decide to replace your oil heating system but do not wish to use the pipes connected to it, it is possible to opt for a wall-mounted heat pump that, installed by professionals, can also be used as a heating device combined with a supplemental electric system. Inquire with our specialists at GestionAir for more details on devices that can replace your oil heating system.
