A worn out furnace will detract from the overall value of a home. A serious potential buyer will ask to see copies of all utility bills when they have their offer to purchase presented. If your furnace is old, that may show on the utility bills vis-à-vis energy consumption. Total affirmation will … Continue » Will a new furnace positively impact the value of your home?
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Add a humidifier – it’s the comfortable thing to do
At the end of the day, there is one word that will talk to the immediate benefits of installing a humidifier on your furnace. Health. Yours and your home’s. As far as your house is concerned, practically everything in your home made from wood contains some moisture. Your house’s frame, joists, … Continue » Add a humidifier – it’s the comfortable thing to do
Ultra-efficient furnaces
Did you know that replacing an old furnace with an energy-efficient model can reduce your household's greenhouse gas emissions by at least 1.4 tonnes per year? Up until recently, you could buy a mid-efficiency model – 78-84% AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency – rating), but mid-efficiency … Continue » Ultra-efficient furnaces
Humidifier; friend or foe?
You’ve looked at the benefits of upgrading your old forced air oil-burning furnace and are definitely in the market for a high-efficiency gas furnace – especially now that the local utility company has made natural gas available on your street. However, there is one piece of equipment you might … Continue » Humidifier; friend or foe?
Can a furnace really impact on your home heating situation?
Of course it can – no question. Do your research and consider replacing that older system with a new, high-efficiency model; not only will it contribute to your home budget’s bottom line by reducing energy consumption, you will be doing your part as an eco-minded citizen and can reduce your … Continue » Can a furnace really impact on your home heating situation?
Is a humidifier worth adding to your home heating system?
Short answer is yes – unless, of course you enjoy getting colds more frequently, delight in dry, flaking skin and take pleasure in calling in a specialist to ‘adjust’ your hardwood floors. There are many types of humidifiers available – all will do the job, but bear in mind, if it is not attached … Continue » Is a humidifier worth adding to your home heating system?