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Recently Published: Water Shut Off Valves: Save Thousands From Water Damage Most of us are away from home all day, or a vacation home where may be away for months at a time. Consider what happens if you have a small leak dripping for months or a water heater leak that spills hot water under pressure for hours. Heating System Maintenance Read this tip sheet to keep your systems to extend the life of your system and keep it running smoothly. Steam Radiators Hot-water radiators are one of the most common heat distribution systems in newer homes, second only to forced-air systems. Did you know its possible to control the heating system to lower your energy bills? Retrofit Your Radiators and Lower Your Energy Bills Hot-water radiators are one of the most common heat distribution systems in newer homes, second only to forced-air systems. Did you know its possible to control the heating system to lower your energy bills? Radiant Heating Radiant heating systems involve supplying heat directly to the floor or to panels in the wall or ceiling of a house. There are various types types of radiant heating systems and installations methods. Learn which one is right for you here. Operating and Maintaining Your Heat Pump Proper operation of your heat pump will save energy. Be sure you are getting the most out of your system and save energy. Replacing Your Current Heating System In an existing home, it's important to consider the impacts of replacing your current heating system with a different type of heating system. This can be costly Increase Furnace Efficiency - Retrofit it These upgrades improve the safety and efficiency of otherwise sound, older systems. Be sure to weigh this against a new system. Proper Duct Insulation You can lose up to 60% of your heated air before it reaches the register if your ducts aren't insulated aproperly. Save money and lower your energy bills with proper insulation. Maintaining Your Air Conditioner Neglecting necessary maintenance ensures a steady decline in air conditioning performance while energy use steadily increases. Lower your energy bills by maintaining your system. Common Problems with Air Conditioners Faulty installation, poor service procedures, and inadequate maintenance become costly. To save on energy bills and lower your household costs be sure your air is operating properly. How to Hire Air Conditioner Sevice Professionals A well-trained technician will find and fix problems in your air conditioning system. Be sure to have your technician check the following before you replace. Replacing Your Furnace for Greater energy savings Modern conventional heating systems can achieve efficiencies as high as 97%, converting nearly all the fuel to useful heat for your home. A added incentive to Install Heat Traps for Energy Savings You can save energy on water heaters without necesarily upgrading to newer more energy efficient models. Consider heat traps and energy saving insulation. Solar Water Heaters Solar water heaters are an environmentally sound and can meet part or all of a home's hot water needs. There are some considerations before you buy, read on to see if you can use these systems of the future. Selecting a New Water Heater In the market for a hot water heater? Within the last few years, a variety of water heaters have become available: conventional, demand, heat pump, tankless, indirect and solar. Familiarize yourself now and make an informed decision Heat Pump Water Heaters A heat pump works like a refrigerator in reverse. They heat with efficiencies of 200 to 300 percent. Heat pump water heaters are best in warm climates with long cooling seasons and in homes with high water use. If this fits you then read on... Furnaces Furnaces are the most common residential heating system in the U.S Lower your energy bills by upgrading and maintaining the heating system. Look at our articles about how to finance energy efficient purchases for the home. Air-Source Heat Pumps Electric air-source heat pumps are about 20% percent more efficient than standard new models and 20-50% more efficient then what you may have in your home. Check this out and lower your energy bills. Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Water Heaters Do you know where your shut off valve is? In an emergency can you locate and shut it down fast? This is life saving info, read this and be prepared.
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