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How Baseboard Heating Works (Both Gas and Electric) 

Baseboard heating is an excellent option for a larger home since it allows you to heat specific rooms rather than the whole house.

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How to Install a Heat Pump Water Heater in 8 Easy Steps

Installing a heat pump water system yourself can save money and ensure a job well done. Here’s how you do it!

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Heat Pump Water Heaters in Your Basement: The Essential Guide

Heat pump water heaters are energy-efficient but come with some downsides to consider. We’ll explore whether they’re a good solution for the basement!

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Do Roof Overhangs Help You Save Energy? (and Money)

Roof overhangs are a valuable architectural component, especially for detached dwellings or standalone houses. They are aesthetic and practical, significantly impacting a property’s energy efficiency. 

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What Is a Hurricane Pad for AC Units? (And Do You Need One?)

Hurricanes and their breakneck speeds can wreak havoc on homes. While the last of your concerns might be your air conditioning unit, you still want to safeguard this just as you do the rest of your property. That’s where Hurricane Pads come in. 

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Why is My House So Cold? (10 Reasons And How to Fix)

Does it always feel like your house is freezing during the winter? You should be able to warm up with a fireplace or heating system, but they don’t always work if one or more problems are present. The good news is that it’s easy to locate, diagnose, and treat the reasons your home feels so cold all of the time.

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Ductless Mini-Splits and Dehumidifying: Are They Effective?

Ductless mini-splits are popular because they don’t require much remodeling. However, their rapid temperature fluctuations and adjustments make many people wonder if they can affect the moisture content.

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What Is Radiant Floor Cooling? Does It Really Work?

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems cool a building by circulating air throughout the space. Radiant floor cooling is a form of cooling that aims to create a conducive indoor environment by cooling the floor. As a new construction technology, many people often wonder how a radiant floor cooling system works and whether it’s practical.

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Does a Heater Also Dehumidify When It’s On?

Does a heater also dehumidify? Many people think so, but what’s the truth of the matter? In this article, we look at some misconceptions and set the record straight.

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The 10 Most Best Home Dehumidifiers You Can Buy

Sometimes, the moisture inside your home may sometimes exceed the recommended threshold, exposing your family to health risks like itching, runny nose, and sneezing. In such situations, you need a dehumidifier to maintain your home’s humidity and keep the family healthy.

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Does a Home Dehumidifier Give Off Heat?

A dehumidifier can be necessary when living in tropical climates or places with high humidity levels. Working to decrease humidity and therefore increase the coolness in the air, many homeowners wonder if a home dehumidifier can actually give off heat.

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Home Humidity – The 3 Best Affordable DIY Tools To Measure It

Home humidity is a serious issue. If the air in your home is too humid or too dry, you can experience discomfort and even ill health. But how can you measure humidity without splashing out on expensive kit? We reveal all in this article.

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