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We use a heating unit (electric) and its way too cold for NY winters, are there any other ways to go?

Question by John: We use a heating unit (electric) and its way too cold for NY winters, are there any other ways to go?
In the complex all residents have the heating unit same for heat as it is for AC..In the winter once the heat blowers shut down it gets really cold real fast…Any suggestions? l was thinking space heaters or electric baseboard? Thanks
I re-weather stripped the doors and are replacing the really drafty ones, l am looking for an affordable fix that isn’t gonna drive the bill up

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Answer by Mike17
space heaters lol
trust i live in montreal.

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Home Heating, using Baseboard heaters?

Question by foxtrotman28: Home Heating, using Baseboard heaters?
I just moved into a new 3 bedroom 2 story home. It has no central heat and air in it and is a rather old home. It appears remodeled for the most part (New insulation was pumped in I’d say a year or two ago). My question is this. I have 5 baseboard heaters (2 Upstairs, 3 Down), 1 Fake Fireplace (Gas) and Very Large electric heater (7 feet tall, 2 feet by 2 feet). Are Baseboard heaters good for conserving energy? At the moment all but 2 are turned off. The large electric heater is unplugged because it was’nt vented properly and is stripping paint on the outside of the house. The average electric bill before we moved in was 0. The previous owners looked like power hogs though, no energy efficient light bulbs, etc. I was looking for advice on how to cut the bill down (All needed light bulbs are now energy efficient, they had 70w-100w! In every one). Someone told me baseboard heaters (electric) are’nt good at conserving energy, how truthful is that statement? Sorry for the long question. Any help would be appreciated
By the way I live in an area that gets to 40 below in the winter. I winterized the house as much as I could (plastic on the windows, etc)

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Answer by chelsea_dilldine
aww man lol we have baseboard heat too- with huge windows and an older than dirt boiler that’s stuck together with gum! my best advice is to look into getting a blower insert for your fireplace, covering your windows with the winterizing kits and keeping your house thermostat set to at least 65. the baseboard water heating idea on the whole is less expensive than a furnace but its dependent on your boiler or water heater. have it checked for leaks. even the tiniest leak could end up costing you more than using your electric heater.

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Q&A: Heating a cold appartment with radiant dish heater?

Question by Chris: Heating a cold appartment with radiant dish heater?
All of our electric baseboard heaters are located right under the windows. And because of our humidity problem we have to keep the windows open a bit.
So the heaters are always on at the coldest places in the house. I would think this would make them run more and use more energy.
At work we got one of those small dish radiant heaters from Costco. I read the box it came in and it says it uses way less energy then other electric heaters.
Would it make more sense to get one of those and put in the living room farther away from the windows?
What do you think?

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Answer by Rhubix
if you have too much humidity invest in a dehumidifier if you don’t have enough get a humidifier that way you can just close the windows.

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New Products For Radiant Heating

New Products For Radiant Heating

Electric radiant floor heating systems are heating systems designed for use under carpeting, area rugs, tile, stone, and laminate wood floors and have been used in Europe, South Africa, and Australia for over 20 years.

Radiant heat does away with the age-old problems of cold rooms by offering easy-to-install zone heating. You can choose to either have radiant heat installed by a professional installer or DIY with their plug-n-play portable system for under area rugs. Concentrating on the advantages of floor heating (heat rising), radiant heat offers comfort from the ground up, heating the room evenly from floor to ceiling.

The product is designed to solve zone heating problems one room at a time without adding the expense or mess of adding additional ductwork and/or baseboard heating units. The ultra thin heating mat that can be assembled and installed by floor installers or do-it-yourselfers, is perfect for whatever your situation. It appears that

Electric baseboard heating? What do I need to know purchase replacement heaters?

Question by Curious1: Electric baseboard heating? What do I need to know purchase replacement heaters?
We have electric baseboard heating that has functioned very well for many years. However, they are now starting to provide less than adequate heat or not work at all. We do not have ducting for forced air heating and cooling, and the extra insulation and attention to detail in the original contruction has meant that electric heat has not become unduly burdensome even with rising electicity costs. Any advice will be appreciated.

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Answer by aussie
replace with the same votlage and wattage rating

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How to Go Green With Your Home Heating System

How to Go Green With Your Home Heating System

These days everything around us reminds us to be conscious of the world we live in. Reports on climate change, diminishing world food supply, and damage to our ozone layer – what more warning signs do we need before we do our part to save the environment.

I say we start at home. Though eco-friendly home heating systems may cost more, they come out cheaper in the long run and definitely more energy-efficient. The biggest plus is you can be a good vanguard of the Earth while enjoying the benefits of the latest home heating systems. You can get started with these earth-friendly home heating ideas.

Adjust or get programmable thermostat. You can set the temperature according to times of the day, so you are not wasting energy when you are not home or you are asleep. For every degree you lower your thermostat, you save a considerable amount of energy use.

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You can save BIG on your home heating bills!

You can save BIG on your home heating bills!

Do you feel the pinch of rising heating costs in this economy? Well don’t fret; you can make a difference on your heating bills. You can do it by following the path of others who have done exactly that with their heating costs. With the current economic downturn, and rising heating fuel costs, it only makes sense to:

reduce your consumption if possible, increase the efficiency of everything in your house, and

But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. It’s in the cost and use details with some careful analysis that we make progress in the cost reduction efforts. So let’s explore some of the details and analysis at an introductory level.

Getting Started

First you need to determine how much you use to heat your house – painful as it may be, by pulling out those old heating bills! We need this information to determine how much you are spending as a baseline. Also, we need to see how much oil or

Choosing an Alternative Heating System

Choosing an Alternative Heating System

Most people, when choosing a heating system for their home, decide upon a standard gas, propane or electric furnace. But, just because these are often the most popular choices doesn’t mean they are the only game in town. There are also alternative heating systems which can be quite useful and energy efficient under certain circumstances. Here are a few heating system choices that you might not have thought about.

Hot Water Boilers

Hot water boiler heating systems have been around for a long time. However, just as is the case with most other heating systems, they have undergone a gradual evolution that has made them more desirable and efficient for home heating needs. There are both gas-fired and steam boilers available, but the most popular and efficient choice is the gas fired hot-water boiler. These systems use either baseboard or slab-style radiators to deliver the heat throughout the home. Water is heated at the

Looking For A Warm Bathroom? Try Bathroom Heating Systems

Looking For A Warm Bathroom? Try Bathroom Heating Systems

The bathroom has several functions depending on the culture you have. Some have bathrooms that only contain a shower, while others have all the elaborate bathtubs, steam baths and trimmings. Others may also have a Jacuzzi inside the bathroom. Whatever the design of your bathroom, one thing is common to all and that is the need to find a good heating system.

In places where cold weather is felt almost all year round, bathroom heating is a must. There are several things you can do to warm up the bathroom and make it more comfortable place to take a bath or conduct your daily beauty regimen.

Here are some suggestions that can help you warm up the bathroom:

Wall heaters – Wall heaters involve the use of electric generated heating equipment that is mounted on your bathroom wall to provide a great deal of warmth to the entire bathroom. To determine whether you’re getting the right kind of heater, make sure it does not have loud, cheap

How To Reduce Your Home Heating Costs

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Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from carlo_scialla and more videos in the Energy and Resource Conservation category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Saving the planet and saving money go hand-in-hand when you reduce your home heating bill. To complete this How-To you will need: A furnace tune-up A programmable thermostat Heavy curtains or quilt blinds A boiler blanket Weather stripping Caulk Sweaters An energy audit Storm doors and windows Step 1: Get your furnace tuned up Get your furnace tuned up before winter sets in. Doing this annually will keep your furnace running efficiently. Step 2: Install a programmable thermostat Install a programmable thermostat so you can lower the heat when no one is home and at night while everyone is sleeping. Tip: Lowering the heat to 72 degrees and putting on a sweater is a carbon-free, money-saving way to stay cozy. Step 3: Use curtains to regulate heat Close curtains and quilted blinds at night to help keep heat from escaping through windows. Open them during the day to let in the sun’s warmth. Step 4: Cover your heating system Use a boiler blanket and pipe insulation to keep heat inside the heating system where it belongs. Before using a blanket, consult your owner’s manual—make sure the blanket you plan to use is …

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Baseboard heating: Leave on or turn down when gone?

Question by Jen: Baseboard heating: Leave on or turn down when gone?
I have electric baseboard heaters. Should I turn them down when I’m gone or leave them at a constant temp, in order to save money?

Thanks!
I heard that if you turn it down, when you turn it back up it has to work twice as hard and costs more than just leaving it set at a constant temp. Is this true?

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Answer by Trilinie Sarah S
Any time you turn it down, you save money.

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3 Popular Radiant Panel Heating Systems Compared

3 Popular Radiant Panel Heating Systems Compared

If you search online for information about “radiant panel heating” you’ll quickly discover the same phrase is used to describe three completely different heating systems.

To help you zero in on what you’re looking for, I’ve compiled a list of the systems that can be described as radiant panel heating and a brief explanation of how they work.

Electric Radiant Ceiling Panels
Radiant ceiling panels are about 1 inch thick, and range in size from 2′x 2′ to 2′ x 8′. They are textured to look like the ceiling and can be painted to match the room’s decor with any quality water based acrylic paint.

The simple design and easy installation of electric ceiling panels lends itself well to remodeling or retrofit applications.

The panels operate at 150-170 degrees F and radiate heat to objects and people in the room. The panel itself reaches operating temperature in only three to five minutes.

The advantage is heating only the

About Central Heating Systems

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homeimprovement.dexknows.com When maintaining a central heating system at home, make sure the pilot is lit, the filter is clean, the doors are on properly and that there is power getting to the furnace. Understand the components of central heat with help from a heating and cooling specialist in this video on heating systems. Expert: Rodney W. Smith Bio: Rodney Smith is a heating and air specialist and owner of A-Team Services, which has been serving the Atlanta, Georgia, area since 1999.
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Options For Installing Heating And Ventilation In A Home Workshop

Options For Installing Heating And Ventilation In A Home Workshop

Heating is a necessity for most shops in North America. Some woodworking tasks demand it; gluing and finishing in particular require steady temperatures. Heating your shop also makes it more comfortable and safe; numb fingers invite accidents.

If your shop is some distance from your home’s furnace, a separate heating system will be needed. Many woodworkers swear by wood heat; it has the added benefit of consuming scrap pieces. Yet this means frequently feeding the stove and cleaning the chimney; insuring your shop against fire can also be a problem. Electric baseboard units are more convenient, but can contribute to high utility bills and frequently are clogged with sawdust.

Portable kerosene and propane burners should be avoided in the shop, since they use an open flame and emit toxic exhaust. Coil-type electric heaters are also a fire hazard.

Whichever heating system you choose, keep the area around it free of sawdust and place it away from the

OIl fired boiler for baseboard heating and electric hot water heater for hot water – any way to save money?

Question by dideyjohn: OIl fired boiler for baseboard heating and electric hot water heater for hot water – any way to save money?

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Answer by roadlessgraveled
If you plan to keep both of those, insulation is the best way to save money.
Insulate the water tank and the pipes from it for 5′.
Turn the temp on the water heater as low as you can tolerate.

Insulate your attic as much as you can, upgrade your windows if they are not good thermopanes, add heavy curtains or cellular blinds, weatherstrip your doors, insulate attic access, insulate sill boxes in basement, insulate perimeter of foundation with at least an inch of foam to 2′ below grade.
One other “trick” is to provide outside air for your boiler so the air it uses for combustion doesn’t have to be pulled through every window/outlet/door and sidewall in the house. By putting a pvc pipe to the outside, with the outlet close to the boiler air intake, you can reduce the drafty feeling in the house, and less warm air is going up the chimney because it is pulling in outside air directly. A motorized damper on that air inlet is best, that opens when the boiler turns on.

However, if the oil boiler is older…think seriously about replacing it with a gas boiler. The difference in efficiency, and the use of “direct vent” makes a huge difference.

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