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.
Options for heating your home
Shop and compare when choosing a new furnace. Look for the yellow Energy Guide label to see how one unit stacks up against another.
Know your options
In this video: Find out what options are available to heat your home today. Learn what they cost and how to get the most energy efficient model for your money.
Shop and compare
In this video: Know your numbers when it comes time to select a new furnace. More energy efficient models will put money back into your pocket.
Ways to heat your home
In this video: We'll take you to a furnace showroom and walk through the options for heating your home.
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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.
Ductless mini-split system
A ductless mini-split system provides heating and air conditioning to spaces where a traditional ducted system won't work.
Radiant floor heating
Heating from the floor is comfortable and very energy efficient. See how it's installed and how it works.
Installing a heating and cooling system
One of the biggest purchases a homeowner can make is to install a new furnace and air conditioner. Learn what you need to know when faced with this big decision.
Maintaining your furnace
It's important to keep this big piece of equipment in tip-top shape in order for it to operate at peak efficiency.