Inspecting Gas Vents

Inspecting Gas Vents

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Radiant & Hydronic, Tips

When inspecting a new or potential new home, make sure that any of the gas equipment needing ventilation—heaters, dryers, hot water heaters—is ventilated properly to the outside.
Inspecting Gas Vents

HVAC Tune-up

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Radiant & Hydronic, Tips

Have your heating system cleaned and tuned by a qualified contractor. A pre-season tune-up and filter change is a good investment. It reduces the chances of breakdowns in the middle of winter, improves safety, and pays for itself through more energy efficient...
Inspecting Gas Vents

Heating Your House

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Radiant & Hydronic, Tips

It is as important to understand the space you’re heating as it is to know the unit you are heating with. Examine your home and rooms. Remember that south-facing rooms may overheat during the day and call for extra heat in the evening. Bedrooms may be closed off...
Inspecting Gas Vents

Bleeding Radiators

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Radiant & Hydronic, Tips

If you have a radiator in your home, be sure to “bleed out” trapped air in the system at least one to two times each year. Air trapped in the radiator blocks the flow of water and makes the system run inefficiently.
Inspecting Gas Vents

Insulating Hot Water

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Radiant & Hydronic, Tips

Insulate your hot-water storage tank and pipes, but be careful not to cover the water heater’s floor, top, thermostat, or burner compartment; when in doubt, get professional help.
Inspecting Gas Vents

Insulating Shell

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Radiant & Hydronic, Tips

Buy a new water heater with a thick, insulating shell; while it may cost more initially than one without insulation, the energy savings will continue during the lifetime of the appliance.