Heating and cooling older homes
Don't be scared of an older heating or cooling system. Systems can be inspected or retrofit to maintain the integrity of your older home.
Maintaining your fireplace
Proper maintenance of your fireplace is important to make sure it's working efficiently and safely.
Sealing your fireplace damper
Old, worn fireplace dampers allow conditioned air AND your energy dollars to go up the chimney! Find out how to stop the leaks.
Preventing air leaks
Some fireplaces can be a big source of air leaks in your home. Find out what options are available to keep warm air in your house without letting it go up the chimney.
Prepare for the season
Before you ignite flames in your fireplace, make sure you get it professionally inspected and cleaned. Chimney sweeps check your fireplace inside and out and even the roof. All of this is to make sure it’s ready for winter and to keep you safe.
Fireplace myths
Fireplaces have been a trusted heating source for homes for centuries, but are they energy efficient?
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Whole house fans
A whole-house fan, also known as an attic fan, provides great ventilation, lowers indoor temperatures and summer electric bills.
Getting a new furnace
Shop and compare when choosing a new furnace. Look for the yellow Energy Guide label to see how one unit stacks up against another.
Ceiling fans
A cooling breeze can reduce your need for air conditioning.There are some important things to know about purchasing and installing ceiling fans.
Getting a new fireplace
Is it time to upgrade your fireplace? Learn how you can improve your home's efficiency with the right fireplace.
Furnace filters
Changing or cleaning your furnace filter is one of the easiest things you can do to prolong the life of your heating and air conditioning system.
Space heating myths
Geothermal
Capturing the heat from the earth can save you big money on your energy bills. Learn how geothermal systems work.
Radiant floor heating
Heating from the floor is comfortable and very energy efficient. See how it's installed and how it works.