Select a New System
Compare Komfort, controls, energy use, indoor air, fuel, and long-term costs when planning a new system.
Whether you are building a home or retrofitting an existing one, consider the Komfort features and operating costs that matter to you. Start with whether you need whole-house or room-by-room conditioning, which fuel is suitable, and whether you need heating, cooling, or both.
Considerations for a new system
- Komfort: temperature and humidity control.
- Controls: different settings by time of day, day of week, or area of the home.
- Energy use: equipment efficiency and programmable controls.
- Indoor air: filtration, humidity, fresh-air ventilation, and any specific air-quality concerns.
- Long-term costs: equipment, energy, maintenance, warranties, repairs, and expected time in the home.
Questions to consider
- Do you need to heat or cool the whole home, or specific rooms?
- Would electric-only heating suit the home, or should natural gas or propane also be considered?
- Do you need both heating and cooling, or cooling only?
- How long do you expect to stay in the home, and how should that shape the equipment and operating-cost comparison?
System types described
- Heat-pump split system.
- Air-conditioner split system.
- Packaged system.
- Furnace and air-conditioner split system.
- Furnace and heat-pump split system.
- Furnace-only system.
- Ductless mini-split system.
System diagrams and manufacturer models can help explain different configurations, but names, ratings, and availability change. Compare current specifications and suitability with a qualified HVAC professional before choosing a system.