After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

THE CONDENSING COMBI GAS BOILER/WATER HEATER is a green solution for homeowners who require both domestic hot water and hydronic heating. It combines a fin-type stainless steel heat exchanger, a ...

Water heater manufacturers are ready for new residential efficiency standards The 55-gallon mark will be a transition point. Many manufacturers forecast that the replacement market will be hardest hit ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

The cost of heating water consumes almost 20 percent of your household budget, second only to what you spend on heating and cooling your home. And if you’ve been spending more time at home because of ...

Homes built after 1950 or so are typically heated with either hot air blown through ducts or hot water pumped through baseboard heaters. Older homes often have cast-iron radiators, which produce heat ...

Q DEAR TIM: I have an opportunity to convert my home to radiant floor heating. A complete renovation is in progress, and I'm convinced radiant floor heating will be the best for me. Can the average ...

Electric radiant floor systems typically consist of electric heating cables built into the floor. Electrical matting may also be mounted on the subfloor or below floor covering. The primary advantages ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Homes built after 1950 or so are typically heated with either hot air blown through ducts or hot ...

The lure of tankless water heaters is strong for homeowners, and for good reasons. They last longer, take up less space, and are more efficient. They are a bit more expensive, though that can be ...

If you are a plumber or a trade professional who actively promotes the use of high-efficiency, condensing water heaters, boilers, or furnaces, you should be equally energetic in treating discharge ...