Furnace, homeThis paper considers the economic attractiveness of improving the design of new furnaces and modifying existing furnaces to raise their efficiency. Engineering field studies and laboratory tests have shown that even new furnaces waste a substantial portion of the energy in the heating oil...
15 years ago I moved into a leaky, poorly insulated home, and knew I had to make the house more efficient. After some major upgrades and some subtle changes, I cut my household energy use in half. Sure, we did a few major upgrades along the way – new furnace, new windows, bedroom ...
If you are not using an energy efficient furnace, your furnace could be wasting up to 35% of fuel it uses. If your furnace is nearing the end of its service life, consider replacing it with a condensing furnace. If your hot water heater is functioning properly, don’t replace it either...
6. An energy efficient furnace is one you keep on an annual maintenance schedule. Not only does this save you energy, it reduces the likelihood of a breakdown in the middle of a snowstorm, and extends the life of your furnace. 7. A house with an energy efficient setback thermostat or pr...
摘要: Summary Recent trends in furnace design are highlighted. The importance of efficient use of energy is stressed. A case history of a new all fiber-insulated radiant tube furnace is reported, and operating performance is discussed.关键词:...
2. Install Energy-Efficient Windows Switching toenergy-efficient windowscan make a big difference in your home’s comfort and energy bills. These windows reduce the amount of heat transfer, keeping your home warmer in winter and cooler in summer. ...
(and air-conditioning evaporator coil, if there is one). Without a furnace filter in place, dirt would build up on the back side of the heater exchanger and inside the evaporator coil. That dirt would act as insulation and interfere with the efficient transfer of heat from the furnace or ...
Because today’s modular home can be so energy efficient, it is important to evaluate your home ventilation options. Don’t just stop halfway. Today’s home is comprised of many systems. When the thermal envelope is tight and sealed it depends on the HVAC system to provide safety, comfort...
The Building Blocks of a Comfortable and Energy-Efficient HomeConnecting with the Whole Home Philosophy | Home Performance Services in St. LouisYou may assume that keeping your St. Louis home comfortable through the winter revolves around your furnace. However, in order for your home to keep the...
SAVE MONEY WITH A NEW, ENERGY-EFFICIENT FURNACE This article presents tips and strategies on choosing energy-efficient furnaces. It is noted that an energy-efficient furnace will reduce utility bills. By reducing electricity use, efficient furnaces help reduce air pollution produced b... D Chiras ...