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Natural gas makes space heating easy and affordable.

By Georgeann H. Ikuma

s fall ushers in chilly days and winter welcomes cold FuELs, FaCTs aND FiGurEs
nights, the need to heat homes quickly and cost-effec- Across the country, more than 179 million Americans use natural
tively brings into focus the benefits of natural gas-heating gas in their homes. About half the country uses natural gas for heat-
A options compared to other fuels. ing, while around 34% use electricity and another 6% use propane,
Natural gas heating systems come in many sizes, types, configura- according to Houselogic.com, a site for homeowners who want smart
tions and efficiency ratings, and can heat a home by creating warm solutions to enjoy, improve and maintain their home.
air, hot water or steam. The most common type of system in the Although actual savings depends on an area’s fuel costs and the ef-
United States is a “forced-air” central heating system that uses a ficiency of a gas heater, studies show that gas heating is typically less
natural gas burner to heat air. Then, the air is circulated through expensive than electric heat in most parts of the country. Households
ductwork in the home by a blower or fan. (continued on page 06)

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