Building Science and Home Performance

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Radiant Floor Heating: How Much Electricity Does it Use?

A radiant heating system provides heat directly to the floor or the panels on the ceiling or walls of a home. They consume little electricity, which is a considerable advantage for off-grid homes or homes located in areas where electricity prices are high. But, you may be curious to know precisely how much electricity these heating systems consume.

Noisy Plumbing: Why Do You Hear Water Running Through Pipes?

Even the quietest of noises can seem horrendous at 3 am when we’ve been lying in bed trying to get to sleep for hours. So, it’s no wonder that a more serious plumbing-related noise can truly drive us round the bend. Some plumbing noises are very distinctive and are caused by one of a handful of reasons. Others can be much harder to pinpoint and diagnose, making them more challenging to fix.