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Radiant Floor Heating
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 dimension to the manner in which rooms can
be heated.
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Cost Cutting Strategies For Your
Water Heater
Water heating is the third largest energy expense
in
your home. It typically accounts for about 14% of your utility bill.
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Around The House Tip of The
Month
"Remember Furnace Check Up"
Some dreadful things can be attributed to "bad
luck." Furnace failure is usually not one of them, because most can be
attributed to poor maintenance.
It's not too late to get a system checkup and preventive maintenance before the
worst cold weather sets in. The service tech will check and clean burners and
the heat exchanger, calibrate the thermostat, inspect the pilot light and check
the blower motor, belt tension, and alignment. A heating professional knows what
to repair before trouble begins.
Homes with heat pumps and electrical heating systems need the heating elements
checked along with the all-important defrost cycle control that keeps the
external unit from becoming iced over.
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Baseboard Heaters and Child
Safety
Although electric baseboard heat is an economical way to
 heat
individual rooms, it has some drawbacks, especially when it comes to safety and
children.
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Winter Fire Prevention Advice
Heating equipment is the second leading cause of
home fires in North America. But during winter, it is the leading cause
according to the National Fire Protection Association.
To avoid home-heating fires, remember these rules:
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