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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.
Power your home with
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
Choosing the Perfect Home Heating System
Choosing the Perfect Home Heating System
Home heating systems can be of two basic types. You can either set up a central heating system, or you can fix a heater in each room. It is your call. Operating each of these two types will be different. In the case of the central heating system, you will not have to do too much work. All that you would have to do is change the intensity of the heat by the simple turn of a knob.
The second kind of heating system can be quite tedious. In this case, you will also have to maintain all the heaters that are situated in each of the rooms. The central system is simpler to maintain. You could use a boiler or a furnace, which could be situated below your building. By pumping warm air through the air ducts, you will be able to heat up your entire home. You could also have room radiators installed. This can make use of heated water which would heat up the house.
There will be thermostats which can control the heat levels in your house. With
Q&A: Can i install a spilt system air con, above a gas wall heater?
Question by Nick M: Can i install a spilt system air con, above a gas wall heater?
I want to install the indoor unit of my split system air conditioner above on old vulcan gas wall heater/furnace (working). I obviously wont be using them at the same time, but just wondering if the heat will affect the the air con unit. There is probably about 600mm between the heater and the roof, so the air con could go in there?
Best answer:
Answer by Chrys
no person in their right mind would do something so dangerous.
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The Secret Life Of Machines – The Central Heating System Part-2
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Season 1 – Episode 5 – The Central Heating System Educational series presented by Tim Hunkin and Rex Garrod. Find out more here: www.exploratorium.edu Here:timhunkin.com And here: www.secretlifeofmachines.com
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Radiant Heat Floor System Installation
Radiant Heat Floor System Installation
Physics can explain how radiant floor heat works – the principle of thermal radiation. Any heated object releases electromagnetic radiation. The sun and even the light bulbs at home are examples of thermal radiation. The typical electric baseboard heater uses the same principle. To heat the element of a baseboard heater, electricity is used. The heat produced will then be distributed in the entire room through thermal radiation.
The same principle goes with the radiant floor heaters, although, there is a difference between the radiant floor heater and standard baseboard heater. The flooring of the home is installed with panels which exudes heat upwards to the ceiling. There are electrical cables charged with hot water, as well. These cables deliver the energy produced to the heating elements that generate heat, thus making the house warm. The radiant floor heater’s thermostat can be set 4 to 8 degrees lower than the usual than a typical forced air
What’s the best heating system to install in this house?
Question by whitewolfe: What’s the best heating system to install in this house?
We are considering purchasing a home that has no conventional heating system and no basement. It was originally a hunter’s cabin that was added onto over the years. It’s a very interesting home with lots of great features and a LOT of land, but it basically has no heating system and no basement in which to install a furnace. This home is in Massachusetts.
The previous owners used only a wood burning stove and space heaters. I don’t want to rely on the stove, I would prefer conventional heating. What kinds of heating systems could be installed without spending megabucks?
I think electric baseboard would be the easiest, but I hear it’s not a great choice for cold climates. I’ve also heard about radiant floor heat, and found a company online that says it will only cost .50 square foot to install (the home is no more than 1500) and that seems pretty cheap, and from what I can understand, it’s more efficient? But doesn’t the floor have to be ripped up?
What would be best?
Well, it has absolutely nothing underneath the house, but it does have a decent, clean crawl space in between the 1st and 2nd floors, if that is what you mean. 
A system can be installed in there? There is no attic. Interesting thoughts about the radiant heat, I didn’t realize that they were water pipes.
Best answer:
Answer by shaula359
I think radiant floor heating would work well in a place like that, but it would mean having to redo pretty much every floor in the house. It is, however, quite efficient. I think the cost return would be good as well and add value to the place should you decide to resell later.
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Can hydronic fluid be used in a radiant floor heating system?
Question by scottsod69: Can hydronic fluid be used in a radiant floor heating system?
Instead of using water, in a closed system can a hydronic heat transfer fluid such as is used in hydronic baseboard heaters be used. Would there be a benefit over water as advertised in those baseboard systems?
Best answer:
Answer by Plumber Guy
Yes it can be used but you have to have it on a closed loop system with a heat exchanger and expansion tank unless your heating system is already a closed loop from your domestic. It does transfer heat a little better and the big upside is if you lose power or the ability to heat up ur slap it wont freeze and burst
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What to Consider When Buying a Residential Heating System
What to Consider When Buying a Residential Heating System
Selecting a new home heating system for your home is an important decision. There are many factors to consider, such as the age, size and layout of your home, its overall energy efficiency, location, budget, and even your lifestyle. Do you want an integrated system that addresses your heating, air conditioning and air quality needs together? Or are you simply replacing or adding a new system?
Other questions include: What are the tradeoffs between up front installation costs versus energy costs over the life of the system? Is it worth spending a little more now to save you a lot more money over time? How will your purchase affect the resale value of your home? What can you expect in terms of guarantees, warranties and ongoing service?
Here are a few guidelines that we hope will be helpful.
New Construction or Remodel
If you’re building a new home or undertaking a major residential remodel, look
how do I replace a radiator valve on a hydronic heating system?
Question by organicmaarten: how do I replace a radiator valve on a hydronic heating system?
Best answer:
Answer by jrnr00
That depends on several things.
1. Is it on a radiator or baseboard unit?
2. If a radiator, are the threads ruined?
3. Is the original valve still on the unit?
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Can I use my water heater for a hot water baseboard heating system?
Question by NOK: Can I use my water heater for a hot water baseboard heating system?
I have a regular water heater for everyday use. Can I use it for a hot water baseboard heating system?
Best answer:
Answer by Stuart
Yes, you could do this, however it is totally inadequate to heat a whole house. Typical electric heat per average room would be 800 watts. You water heater might heat one or two rooms, and you would have no hot water left to shower in.
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why only some of my baseboard heaters work when they’re all connected to the same forced hot water system?
Question by amitooblou: why only some of my baseboard heaters work when they’re all connected to the same forced hot water system?
only three of the baseboards in my house are working, they are all on interior walls. but they are connected to the same forced hot water system as the ones that arenot working. last year whenever the heater kicked on there would be a wooshing sound from the water going through the pipes, but not this time. i felt all the pipes in the basement and they all are hot, so what gives?
Best answer:
Answer by RICH @www.hvac-for-beginners.com
Sometimes air can get trapped in the system. It can stop the water from flowing and therefore keep the radiator from working. For more info, check the boiler page at www.hvac-for-beginners.com
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Home Heating Systems – Which System is Best for your Home?
Home Heating Systems – Which System is Best for your Home?
Perhaps you are finding yourself at the point of needing to replace your old furnace or heater. You’ve gotten all the use you could out of her and now it’s time for something new. Here is a quick list of your various home heating system options.
Furnace
A furnace is the popular choice for home heating by most homeowners. Powered by gas, electricity, oil or propane, a furnace uses a fan to drive hot air through your ductwork and into your home.
The biggest issue with these types of forced air systems is their efficiency. Also, the ductwork needs to be kept sealed or your heat gets lost.
Another reason for their popularity is because they can also be used for central air conditioning in the summer as well.
Boiler
A boiler works by heating hot water and then distributing it to radiators, baseboard units or radiant heat tubes that can be placed under the floor.