My electric heat pump is
icing over something fierce, and the technicians don't really have a clue what's going on. There is one theory I'd like you to comment on, and if it makes no sense, I'd appreciate alternate theories.
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posted by Stewriffic
on Jan 26, 2013 -
13 answers
I haven't even turned the heat on yet and my gas bill is already as high as it was last winter. WTF?
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posted by mskyle
on Aug 22, 2012 -
13 answers
What are the advantages to a newer modern gas furnace heating system vs. a 35~ year oldish pilot-light gas system?
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posted by Bodrik
on Jan 11, 2012 -
9 answers
How can I reconfigure my Goodman GmH950703Bx furnace so that it doesn't blow all the time?
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posted by ChrisR
on Feb 23, 2011 -
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Getting a new furnace with a side order of asbestos abatement funtimes! Do we need new ductwork too?
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posted by clavicle
on Mar 31, 2010 -
3 answers
Yesterday I woke up to my furnace screeching like a banshee. Turned it off, and called for service, but they won't be able to get out for a while. I'm not sure when, because the service will be through my home warranty. I have a fireplace and wood, south facing windows that let in lots of sun, and a very small, not-so-awesome electric space heater. I have some questions about the combination of heating sources I should use until the furnace gets repaired.
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posted by Stewriffic
on Nov 29, 2009 -
28 answers
Replacing the AC and furnace -- is now the time to buy? Tell me what you know about rebates!
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posted by amanda
on Jul 28, 2009 -
10 answers
Are there any good low-capital alternatives to electric Cadet heaters for warming and cooling my house?
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posted by msalt
on Apr 29, 2009 -
2 answers
High-efficiency gas furnace installed where previously there was mid-efficiency. So it vents straight out the wall while the old furnace used the chimney. The vent is right next to the sandbox. How bad is this?
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posted by winston
on Apr 26, 2008 -
5 answers
Which approach really burns more heating oil - keeping the house at a constant medium temperature (say, 64 degrees) or keeping it very low most of the time (58-60) but bringing it up to a higher temperature (say, 66 degrees) once or twice a day?
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posted by anastasiav
on Apr 4, 2008 -
11 answers
Does my home really need a new boiler? How do I choose one? Where should I buy it? How much should I pay?
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posted by wordwhiz
on Jul 30, 2007 -
3 answers
Is there any where I can buy a furnace in the DC area and pick it up today? It needs to be all electric, and not a heat pump.
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posted by juggler
on Dec 21, 2006 -
9 answers
My husband and I are in the market for a new oil furnace. Help us make sure we get the right one.
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posted by SheIsMighty
on Nov 8, 2006 -
4 answers
What can we do to get more air from the air conditioning (and the heat in the winter) to the back of the house?
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posted by winston
on Jul 29, 2006 -
17 answers
Tomorrow I sign a lease for a huge old house built in the 1800's, and I am worried about how much oil will be required to heat the place. How can this be predicted without appropriate historical data?
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posted by brundlefly
on May 14, 2006 -
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Heating question. I have a new home. It has a forced air furnace. I generally keep the thermostat set at 69 degrees. My roommate keeps bumping it to 72. Will this make a dramatic increase in the cost of the heating bill?
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posted by benjh
on Nov 30, 2004 -
23 answers
