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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
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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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