Converting from Oil Heat: What the Process Actually Involves
Leaving oil behind is one of the most common projects we do. The realistic sequence, the decisions along the way, and what to do about the old tank.
Chris Wheeler ·
Energy Costs
What different fuels and systems actually cost to run here, and the efficiency numbers worth paying attention to.
Tank, Tankless, or Heat Pump Water Heater?
Three good options with genuinely different tradeoffs. Which one fits depends on your house, your water, and how your household actually uses hot water.
Chris Wheeler ·
What Auxiliary Heat Means on Your Thermostat
Aux heat is normal in a cold snap and expensive if it runs all the time. How to tell which one you have.
Derek Mills ·
Are Condensing Boilers Worth the Extra Cost?
High efficiency boilers earn their rating only under conditions a lot of existing houses do not give them. How to tell if yours will.
Chris Wheeler ·
SEER2, HSPF2, and Which Numbers Actually Matter
Efficiency ratings are real but they are lab numbers. What they mean, and the specification that matters more than any of them in a cold climate.
Chris Wheeler ·
Heat Pump or Furnace: What Works in a New Hampshire Winter
Cold climate heat pumps really do work here, but they are not the right answer for every house. What we look at before recommending one.
Chris Wheeler ·