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Gas Furnaces: Cleaner and Cheaper to Run Than Electric 27 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Natural gas or oil? It's hard to know which type of energy fuel is better for home heating. Homeowners are familiar with the up-and-down cycle of natural gas prices. Before choosing the fuel type for...
Breathe Easier When You Clean, Replace Furnace Filters 26 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Clean and replace furnace filters regularly to keep your heating system running efficiently. Dirty and dusty filters are the reason for half the repair calls to service technicians. When buying repla...
Invest in Furnaces with High AFUE Ratings 24 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
When choosing a new furnace, find out its "AFUE" - annual fuel utilization efficiency. It's a term for describing a furnace's seasonal energy performance. Why should you care about the AFUE? Given the...
Learn About Alternative Heating Sources 22 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
The most common way to heat your home is with a furnace or boiler. But there are a variety of other technologies available. Stay informed about the choices. There may be a time that you need to replac...
Hearth Heating Without the Matches, Soot or Smoke 20 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
If you have a traditional masonry fireplace but lack the time or desire to build a fire, consider the alternatives. Go faux with a 3-D simulated fireplace, complete with HDFV -- high-definition firepl...
Control Heating System's AirFlow and Costs 19 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Variable-speed heating is a common-sense approach to saving energy and money. It allows you to better control the airflow and costs of your heating system. Here's how it works: "Variable speed" is a ...
EnergyGuide Label Informs Consumers 17 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Look for the EnergyGuide label on new heating systems. The label provides quick information on the product's energy efficiency. The more efficient the heating system is at using energy, the less it co...
Two-Stage Cooling Offers Setting for Milder Days 15 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Do you need to wear a sweater in your air-conditioned home? The central air conditioner may feel great on very hot days, but chilly and uncomfortable on mild days. An innovation in central air conditi...
Operating, Installation Costs Vary 13 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
How much it costs to install your new central air conditioner is determined after an inspection of your home. As a consumer, it makes sense to know the factors that influence installation and operatin...
Central Air Conditioners Cool, Clean and Circulate Air 9 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
It makes sense to know how a cooling system works. Understanding basic functions of central air conditioners help you make better choices when purchasing and maintaining them. They cool, clean and cir...
