What are the Best Heating Systems for My New Jersey Home in 2025?

We all have opinions about the best heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for our Marmora, homes—but what works well for your neighbors may not be the best solution for you.

At Broadley’s Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, we can help you navigate the heating system landscape and find the perfect choice. As we head into 2025, it is a great time to consider which heating equipment will work best in your home to keep you warm and cozy.

As you mull over the pros and cons of each heating system, consider factors such as energy efficiency, performance, and longevity. 

When you partner with Broadley’s for heating system assistance, you will work with experts who can assess your needs, recommend the best solutions, and guide you through the installation process.

Choosing the Right Heating System in South Jersey

How do you find the best heating system for your home on the South Jersey Shore? Here are a few ideas to keep in mind when considering a heating system:

• Outdoor Temps: Heat pumps may be your best option in mild winter climates. A boiler, geothermal system, or gas furnace may be better solutions in consistently colder weather.
  
  You can also consider pairing a furnace or boiler with an energy-thrifty heat pump to create a dual-fuel heating system. The heat pump would operate during consistently mild weather, with the furnace or boiler kicking in when temperatures drop into the 30s and below.

• Home Size: A high-efficiency gas furnace can heat a larger home in any climate. A geothermal heat pump is another ideal choice. A ductless mini split is a good solution if you plan on heating a few rooms in a small house, such as a vacation cottage.  It does not require ductwork, and each room is outfitted with its own temperature control.

• Energy Efficiency: According to ENERGY STAR^®, gas furnaces that carry its logo are up to 15 percent more efficient than standard models and can save $80 in annual energy costs.  Air-source and geothermal heat pumps use even less energy than gas furnaces and save money on heating costs.

• Cost: Factor in the purchase, maintenance, and operating costs before deciding on a system. Our pros at Broadley’s can help you make sense of the numbers. Federal tax credits can assist you with the cost of equipment.
  
  You can get a 30 percent tax credit through 2032 for installing a high-efficiency HVAC unit. The maximum credit is $2,000 for heat pumps and $600 for gas furnaces and boilers. There is no maximum dollar amount for qualifying geothermal systems.

A Look at Heating Systems

Should you buy another furnace or change it up and buy a heat pump next year? Is geothermal a realistic choice? Here’s a glance at heating systems and their benefits:

Gas Furnaces

Gas furnaces are reliable and efficient. They heat your home quickly, using ductwork to distribute the warm air they produce. When installed correctly and maintained, furnaces can last up to 20 years or more. They are perfect for colder climates.

One of the best options for 2025 is the Bryant Evolution 987M gas furnace, with an impressive annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) rating of 98.3 percent. AFUE is an efficiency rating that indicates what percentage of fuel the furnace uses to heat your home. The higher the rating number, the more efficient the HVAC unit.

Another great option is the Bryant Evolution 96T gas furnace, which offers up to 96.7% AFUE efficiency. Browse Bryant’s high-efficiency, mid-efficiency, and standard furnaces through our products link.

Heat Pumps

Furnaces burn fuel to produce heat. Air-source heat pumps extract heat from the outdoor air and move it indoors to heat your home. A reversing valve inside the equipment enables it to work like an air conditioner. The valve changes the direction of the refrigerant inside the unit, allowing it to extract heat inside your home and send it outdoors.

Electric heat pumps are highly efficient and can save you money in heating costs. One of our favorites is the Bryant 284 ANV heat pump from the Evolution™ series. With top efficiency ratings, extreme humidity control, and variable-speed operation that allows it to run at longer, lower speed cycles, it stands out among the competitors. Check out its features online.

Ductless Mini Splits

Ductless mini splits are perfect for vacation homes without ductwork or for adding heating to a specific area in your home. Like larger heat pumps, they transfer heat from indoors to outdoors in the summer and from outside to inside in the winter.

A ductless mini split houses a compressor and condenser coils outdoors. The outdoor unit connects to an indoor unit with refrigerant-filled tubes. The indoor unit has a fan and an evaporator coil.

A major difference between a heat pump and a ductless system is the number of indoor units you can install. A heat pump has one. A ductless system can handle four or five. Each handler blows hot or cool air into the surrounding room and has a temperature control. You can set various temperatures throughout your home, gaining convenience, precise temperature control, and energy efficiency.

At Broadley’s, we feature Bryant and Mitsubishi Electric ductless systems. Browse our offerings online.

Geothermal Heat Pumps

Geothermal systems use the Earth’s constant underground temperature to heat and cool your home. They work in the hottest and coldest temperatures because they transfer heat through pipes underground rather than the air.

Geothermal systems are highly efficient and last years longer than conventional heating systems. They are more expensive than air-source heat pumps but cost less to operate and maintain. Installing geothermal takes longer and is more complex than other HVAC systems.

Interested in geothermal? Ask us at Broadley’s for a consultation. We will assess your property and heating needs and recommend the best solution.

Boilers

Boilers heat your home using a distribution system of water-filled tubes and radiators. If you use a hydronic heating system and are interested in adding radiant floor heat, ask us at Broadley’s about retrofitting. Walking into a room with radiant heat is like stepping into a pool of sunshine. It warms you from head to toe, is energy efficient, and maintains indoor air quality (IAQ) better than a ducted system.

If you want to install a new boiler next year, consider a Weil-McLain or Navien product. We are proud to carry both brands.

Call the Heating Experts Today!

Ready for a new heating system? Let us at Broadley’s Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning show you the options available and recommend the best choice for your Marmora, home. Call us at 609-225-4235 or request service online.