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Especially for homeowners in colder areas, a busted furnace can mean big problems and huge, unexpected expenses. Furnace repair is, under certain conditions, literally an emergency procedure, which is why some furnace repairmen are available 24 hours a day and seven days a week during the winter season. The problem is, when you’re in a…

Radiant floor heating has become a popular solution to cold tile, icy driveways and home saunas. This type of heating system is installed beneath the floor and is controlled by a thermostat that you set, turn on, or turn off. The idea was dragged inside from the concept of heated driveways and has added new…

What you must understand about heating and cooling units is that they have to meet certain codes, which require certain permits and proper installation. The professionals understand the codes and how to go expediently about the process of acquiring permits. However, if you happen to be familiar with the codes and permits, and you already…

Unlike central air, baseboard heaters warm up a room by using a more efficient and cost-effective distribution method. Like a radiator, these metal units warm up the air around it by emitting heat, but they can still be controlled by a thermostat. Located along the bottom of wall, baseboard heaters use a convection system that…

Several decades ago, air conditioning systems were a luxury that most people didn’t experience outside of commercial settings; for modern Americans, however, the comfort of cool indoor air throughout the summer is something that is quite common (or even expected) in many homes around the country. Most American air conditioning is done either with window…

Boiler and radiator heating systems are already green in many respects, since they are one of the cleanest heating systems around when it comes to fostering good indoor air quality— a big plus in green remodeling circles. Nevertheless, your system can still benefit from going green, especially when it comes to reducing your home boiler…

Have you ever rushed in from the winter cold and felt that first blast of warm air as you open your door, only to find yourself tired and losing focus an hour later? You sit down on your couch or recliner and reach for a blanket because your feet are cold. You lean back and…

There’s no simple way to tell you how much you should spend on a furnace unit, until there is an evaluation of your specific situation, including where you live, the size of your home, and your financial resources. That’s why it’s best to talk to a local contractor before you make any decisions. The best…

As a complex and potentially dangerous home appliance, boilers should largely be cleaned and maintained by a qualified HVAC contractor. Likewise, there may be considerable differences in various home units. Gas-fired, oil-fired, wood-burning, or other boiler fuel is just one of the differences that will likely entail specific cleaning and maintenance steps. That said, there…

Air conditioner maintenance is an absolutely vital piece of home maintenance. It increases the likelihood that your cooling system will run uninterrupted throughout the summer, that any needed repairs will have a reasonable price tag, and that your system will operate at its optimal level of energy-efficiency. It’s also a piece of home maintenance that’s…