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Benefits of Indirect Fired Heaters
Indirect fired heaters have advantages that make them a smart choice for tight workspaces.
Hot-Water Heater Buying Guide
Learn about the different types of hot-water heaters, which are the most energy efficient and how to get money back in federal tax credit.
Safety Tips: Space Heaters
NFPA's Sharon Gamache demonstrates how to stay safe if you're using a space heater to heat your home this winter. For more information on consumer safety: ht...
5 Steps to Improve Your Heating System Now
Increase your heater's efficiency and safety for lower energy bills and greater peace of mind this winter
How Does a Baseboard Heater Work?
Hydronic baseboard heaters are a good room-by-room heating solution. They are energy efficient and require little space. A baseboard heater hydronic system
Why Is My Heater Not Heating?
When the coldest weather of the year really gets underway, it can be incredibly concerning to find that your heater simply is not heating your home. There are many different reasons as to why this problem may develop.
How to use space heaters efficiently
It can be more cost-effective to run a space heater than to turn up your central heating, but if you’re not careful you may increase your electric bill.
5 Signs of a Failing Heater Core — and What to Do
Your car’s heater core is like a miniature radiator — it’s what provides heat inside your car when it’s cold outside. But when it breaks, it can lead to bigger trouble
Why Is My Heater Blowing Cool Air?
Consider these common problems that could cause your heater to blow cool air.
How Does Size Affect a Heater’s Performance?
More than you may realize! Most homeowners would guess that an undersized heater is going to struggle to heat the property in which it is installed.
How much does it cost to run my heater?
It's not going to cost you a stack of 20s, but exactly how much will it cost to run your heater? We can figure out a rough estimate. Just read the blog post to find out how.
What Is a Heat Pump Water Heater?
You already know that your heat pump can both heat and cool your home, but did you also know it can also heat your home’s water? Using the same principle of heat transference and heat pump technology, a heat pump water heater can effectively provide your home with the hot water it needs.
Why Insulate Your Water Heater?
Looking for ways to cut your hot water bill? Find out how a water heater blanket could help save money.
Gas vs. Electric Water Heaters: The Straight Facts
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Gas vs Electric Water Heaters: How to Choose
If you’ve had the same hot water heater for longer than 10 years—the standard lifespan—it’s smart to consider replacing the appliance before it quits performing and puts you in a tough position. Before you start shopping for a new water heater, however, you need to know which power source it will use: gas or electric. While both types are quite …
Why Should I Choose a Radiant Heater?
Radiant heating is not a new technology. It is, however, a tried and true way in which to heat one's home efficiently and effectively.
Why Does My Heater Keep Starting and Stopping?
Today, we are going to look at what short cycling really is, as well as the problems that may cause it—and the problems caused by it.
How to Decide Between Tankless and Traditional Water Heaters
We know that heating water takes up a good amount of energy, but just how much? Research shows that water heaters, on average, account for around 18% of ou...
How the Size of Your Heater Influences Its Future Performance
When you consult with an HVAC technician about installing a new heating system, you will hear about “sizing” the heater. This means making certain that the new heater matches your home’s heating needs...
How to Troubleshoot Car Heater Problems
A car heater works by blowing air from the heated engine over a heater core and funneling it into the vehicle compartment. All components need to be functioning properly for the air to heat the car interior fully. Usually this will take a few minutes. If the heater does not respond accordingly, there are a number of ...
How Efficient is your Electric Hot Water Heater?
Did you know that your electric hot water heater can account for up to 15 percent of your home’s total energy usage? Just about everyone’s concerned with saving energy these days and the resulting cost savings can be pretty nice, too. Turning off lights, adjusting your thermostat, and adding attic insulation can all help make your home
