Heating / Cooling

Use Our Radiant Heating System and Add Comfort to Your Living Space

@page { size: 8.5in 11in; margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } --> PEX Supply is an expert in radiant floor heating and we deliver Radiant Heat with PEX, which is the most efficient heating system suitable for all homes. We sell excellent heating designs from leading manufacturers such as Wirsbo and Taco pumps. Our Radiant Heat Supplies include PEX Tubing, PEX Fittings and PEX manifolds. A custom Radiant Heat Design service is also available at PexSupply.com. ...
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Posted on April 01, 2008 01:04 | Heating / Cooling

Turning Your Thermostat Down 1 Degree Can Equal Huge Savings

In early December 2007, Congress approved a new bill that would provide an additional $409 million to its Low Income Home Energy Assistance program, a program aimed at providing heating and cooling subsidies to those in financial need. Nevertheless, many political pundits are questioning whether this amount is enough, and home heating costs are still on the rise this winter. Coincidentally, heating bills are rising at a time when utility companies across the country are now broadening their payment options for their customers, and this includes allowing ...
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Posted on January 24, 2008 05:01 | Heating / Cooling

Inspect Your Attic Insulation

With the temperatures dropping and energy prices higher, natural gas heating is nolonger the cost advantage it once was. One of the main culprits in heat loss is the attic. Heat rises and if there is an inefficient amount of insulation or unprotected areas, much of your heat from your living space will be lost. Inspecting your attic for proper insulation depth and R-value, air leaks and ventilation will tell you if you need to add insulation or seal some air leaks. Insulation: Rolls and batts—or blankets&mdash ...
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Posted on June 12, 2007 00:06 | Heating / Cooling

Reasons to switch to a gas furnace from an oil furnace

"Upgrading your heating equipment to natural gas will save money" Given the extraordinary technological advances in the furnace manufacturing field, it makes both economic and environmental sense to consider upgrading your model to a more current version. Furnaces from as recently as 20 years ago may offer as little as half of the heat production of today's models, while releasing significantly more harmful gasses into the atmosphere. If you currently have an oil furnace, it makes the most sense to look into upgrading to a natu ...
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Posted on June 12, 2007 00:06 | Heating / Cooling

Lower your heating costs this winter

While lowering home heating bills is always a hot topic this time of year it is of special concern this winter considering how heating costs have soared in the last few years. What's worse, it doesn't matter if you use electricity, oil, or natural gas as your main heating source, you can expect a significant increase in energy costs this winter. Don't despair though, here is still hope. Take a look at our top “energy savers” listed below and learn how to better keep old man winter at bay. If these steps don't resolve your issues, yo ...
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Posted on June 12, 2007 00:06 | Heating / Cooling

Is it time to repair or to replace that furnace?

It is rarely easy to decide whether to repair or replace an expensive appliance when the time comes. If the cost of repairing your furnace exceeds the cost of replacing it then the decision is easy but that is rarely the case. More often a careful weighing of the pros and cons of each option is required. The first step in your decision should be to get the opinion of a heating and furnace expert. Have your furnace inspected and get an estimate for both repair and replacement of the unit. The heating contractor wil ...
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Posted on June 12, 2007 00:06 | Heating / Cooling