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AFUE: Abbreviation for "Annual
Fuel Utilization Efficiency," it is an energy-efficiency ratio
comparing the useful energy produced by an appliance in a year
with the amount of energy it consumes. Thus, the higher
the AFUE rating, the better the efficiency.
Boiler: A gas, oil, propane, or solid-fuel-burning
appliance that produces hot water or steam which is circulated through
pipes to heat-radiating devices in a room.
Bill-Pay: An automatic
payment system that conveniently pays Roach Energy Budget Plan payments
directly from the customer's bank account.
BTU: Abbreviation for "British Thermal Unit," it
is a traditional measurement for the amount of heat needed to raise
one pound of water 1° F from a starting point of 39.2°F. BTUH
stand for British Thermal Unit Per Hour to measure BTU input or output
over time. MBH stands for 1,000 BTUH.
Carbon Monoxide: A colorless, oderless gas that affects
the central nervous system and can cause death through asphyxiation.
Carbon Monoxide can be produced by improperly vented or poorly adjusted
propane appliances.
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Convected Heat: Warmth
transmitted to a colder body through physical contact with a
substance, such as air.
Degree Days: The difference in temperature between 65° F
and the average temperature over the previous 24-hour period. For example,
if the average temperature over the previous 24-hour period was 30°F,
35 degree-days have elapsed.
Fuel Oil: #1 or #2 grade diesel fuel that is burned to
produce heat.
Hydronic: Refers to temperature control systems that circulate
heated or cooled water to maintain comfort.
Propane: A heavy gas stored under pressure and burned
to produce heat.
Radiant Heat: Warmth transmitted to a colder body by the
direct contact of infrared rays. See "convected heat."
Will Call: For Roach customers
not on Automatic Delivery, a delivery option where the customer calls to
schedule a fuel delivery.
Zoning: A method of regulating temperatures by using a
dedicated thermostat and a system of valves and hydraulic heating devices
for each area of a home.
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