Heating and cooling

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Considering going duct-free to heat or cool your space? Get the lowdown on when these systems are the right choice and what to expect when you install.

Ductless Free Systems vs. Duct Air Conditioning Systems There has been a lot of buzz around ductless / mini-split heating and air conditioning systems lately. We would like to explain just what these systems are and how they might benefit your home....

Geothermal energy is renewable source of energy with the abundant potential in many parts of the world. Geothermal energy refers to the heat stored within the earth's core. This heat can not only be used to generate electricity but also for heating and cooling purposes via geothermal heating and cooling systems. In the coldest days of winter and the hottest days of summer, energy costs related to heating and cooling can rise significantly due to the increased use. Add to this the additional…

Electricity carried through an immense web of copper eventually makes its way into our homes, provid

While trends in home design used to be all about aesthetics and style, the demands of homeowners now seem...

Is your boiler or furnace broken? Or maybe you have turned down the temperature and are looking for ways to decrease your heating bill. Let's look at how to heat your home without central heating.

I'm really just looking for an excuse to live in a Hobbit house! The roofs in the slideshow (link below) are amazing, especially the Beijing Capital International Airport. Sustainability is no longer just a trend, a buzz word or even a preference, when it comes to architecture and design. It's the standard. It's vital. And this "greening" of cities continues to take new, exciting forms, as well as adopt old ones. Consider green or "living" roofs. Forward-thinking Germany (where reportedly…

Wondering what the costs and benefits might be for a sustainable way to heat and cool your home? Let's take a look at the financial payback of a geothermal heat pump.

Considering going duct-free to heat or cool your space? Get the lowdown on when these systems are the right choice and what to expect when you install.