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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...
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Replacing HVAC Systems

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

If your home heating and cooling system is more than 10 years old, consider replacing it. Energy Star labeled central HVAC systems can reduce your air conditioning costs by up to 20% annually.
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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.
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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.