The installation of a geothermal heat pump is a lot more expensive than a more conventional alternative. The extra expense is due to the excavation necessary to implement the underground loop system. However, geothermal technology takes advantage of the relatively stable temperature underground. It utilizes…
Category: Heat and AC
I live in an area that is often called the “snow belt.” Our proximity to one of the Great Lakes results in extreme winter weather. The winter cold frequently lasts for six to eight months and temperatures below freezing, or even below zero, are expected.…
High humidity causes a lot of problems. A moist environment encourages dust mites, cockroaches and mold growth. Bacteria and viruses thrive in high humidity which then creates concerns with indoor air quality. Contaminants become airborne, circulated by the air conditioner and breathed by occupants of…
Neglecting annual upkeep ended up costing me a great deal Until last winter, I had never given much thought to how the furnace operated or the importance of the heat exchanger. I didn’t realize exactly what a heat exchanger is. I’ve since learned that it…
My husband and I spent months checking real estate listings, consulting with agents and touring properties for sale. After waiting so long to finally move our family out of an apartment in the city to the suburbs, we were unwilling to compromise. We were looking…
My physical fitness is important to me. I workout every single day for approximately an hour. When we moved to our new house, the only space available to set up a gym was a shed in the backyard. In some ways, the shed is ideal.…