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A homeowner conducting a home ventilation test inspects a window for leaks and mold

Do You Have Poor Home Ventilation? (9 Ways To Check)

Proper ventilation is essential to ensure good air quality at home. Over time, ventilation deteriorates due to several factors, such as structural damage in the house and poor maintenance of HVAC appliances.
Thankfully, there are several ways to check if there is good air circulation in your home.

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Pros and Cons of Radiant Floor Heating: Should You Install?

Radiant floor heating is popular among homeowners because it’s safe, effective, and efficient. But despite its many benefits, the home heating technique also has its fair share of disadvantages.
So, does it make sense to install in your home?

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What Is Home Ventilation, Anyway? (3 Main Types)

The past few years have seen home ventilation receive more attention than ever, especially with the rise of airborne diseases. It’s all about the quality of the indoor air you…

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What Home Ventilation Options Are the Most Energy Efficient?

Home ventilation is essential to avoid the build-up of moisture and unwanted smells in the home. Opening a window is sometimes enough, but various mechanical options exist that can improve the efficiency of your home.

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Pros and Cons of Radiant Ceiling Heaters: Are They Worth It?

Radiant ceiling heaters aren’t the most common form of heating in the US. However, they are very reliable and when used in the right setting can provide effective heating for many years without lots of expensive maintenance. We look at the pros and cons of these systems.

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How to Make Chimneys and Fireplaces More Energy Efficient

Chimneys and fireplaces can either be open to the room (B-vent), or sealed units that allow no air exchange between the fireplace and the room (direct vent). Direct vent fireplaces are more efficient, but there are still ways to improve the efficiency of B-vent designs.

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How Can You Ventilate a Closed Room? (With No Windows)

Knowing the best way to ventilate a closed room with no windows can be a problem. Without proper air flow, such rooms can uncomfortable, oppressive and even unhealthy to be in. This article looks at some common ways to improve ventilation in such spaces.

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Forced Air vs. Radiant Heat: Which is Better for Your Home?

A common question from homeowners looking to install a new HVAC system is “what are the pros and cons of forced air vs. radiant heat?” This article looks at this question in detail to help you decide.

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Exhaust Fans vs. Ventilation Fans: Important Differences To Know

The benefits and disadvantages of exhaust fans vs. ventilation fans are poorly understood by many people. Both will bring air into a room but one helps to remove harmful particles and the other adds fresh air to the room.

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9 Problems With Radiant Floor Heating: What To Watch For

Radiant floor heating is a great way to provide warmth to your home in an efficient and convenient way. Such systems are very reliable, but it’s worth being aware of potential issues so you know what to look out for.

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The 6 Best Wall Radiant Heating Products (Where to Buy)

Every day a new wall radiant heater product or company enters the market, promising the moon but not even landing among the stars. Thus, we took it upon ourselves to try, test, and review a selection of radiant wall heaters to ensure you find the one that actually works! 

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Does Proper Home Ventilation Prevent You From Getting Sick?

Proper home ventilation can reduce the airborne particles that enter your home. These particles include viruses that can make you and your family sick. Adding fresh air and other precautions will reduce the likelihood of getting sick. 

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