Heating

The Value of Geothermal Heating

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Geothermal heat pumps are expensive, but they pay big dividends in energy savings.

Boiler Systems and Radiators May Be Best Heating Choice

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While a standard forced-air furnace is certainly functional, it may not be the best in a period-home setting.

Heating/Cooling System Sizing

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Proper sizing of a home's heating and cooling systems is a key calculation.

Multi-Stage Heating Systems

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A multi-stage heating system can produce heat at two or more rates.

Alternative HVAC Systems

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Pellet stoves and furnaces are hot, but there are other keen ideas for getting the most out of your heating and cooling systems.

Adding Solar Heating

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Best practices guide to installing a solar heating system using new tools.

Orientation for Solar Gain

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For maximum use of solar heat, consider the sun and house's orientation.

Install Radiant Floor Heating

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This heating option marks an improvement over traditional forced air and home radiators.

Furnace Maintenance

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Save on utility bills and head off carbon monoxide problems with these tips.

Under-Tile Heating

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Radiant under-tile heating keeps rooms uniformly warm - and it's invisible.

HGTV Dream Home Radiant Floors

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A look at the radiant floor heating system in the HGTV Dream Home 2011.

Radiant Floor Heating

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Radiant floor heating uses plastic tubes of hot water to heat the home.

Solar Pool Heating

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Extend the swimming season by installing a solar heater for your pool.

Geothermal Heating

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Geothermal is smart business: it's cost effective and energy efficient.

Warming Up to Radiant Flooring

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Promising warm toes and lower heat bills, in-floor heating systems are becoming more popular in American bathrooms.

Best Ways to Heat and Cool a Garage Workshop

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Working in your garage during the summer and winter months doesn’t have to be a miserable experience. There are lots of options available for heating and cooling your garage workshop. Here’s our breakdown and the pros and cons that come along with each.

HGTV Dream Home 2013 Geothermal HVAC

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See how the 2013 Dream Home's efficient geothermal system will save money heating and cooling the home.

House Orientation/Solar Power

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Passive solar design uses sunlight to provide a more energy efficient home.