Have you ever wanted a fireplace but thought that it was too much work to build one or that it was way out of your budget? Thankfully, there are electric fireplaces that are inexpensive and easy to assemble. With these cost effective pieces of technology you won’t have to worry
Not only are basements are the most logical place to extend your family living space, but your basement is probably the most versatile space in your home. So it really comes as no surprise that a full 30% of new homes built in the US in 2013 are built on
Regardless of the season, a damp basement or crawl space can really degrade the livability of your home. Luckily, there’s an appliance that has been designed to effectively and efficiently resolve this problem – the dehumidifier. Dehumidifiers are a purpose-built home appliance that are able to eliminate ambient moisture within
A moisture-filled basement is no way to live – it’s as simple as that. But depending on home’s structure and your geographic region, relieving your home of trapped humidity may be easier said than done. Some folks believe that a standard air conditioning unit or a built-in HVAC system can
Every year, it feels like winter creeps out just as you’re beginning to enjoy autumn. With the onset of winter comes the likely appearance of frigid temperatures, causing your home or office spaces to become downright chilly. While your HVAC heating system can likely handle the brunt of your heating
So you think you have a moisture or humidity problem in your basement, but you don’t want to spend the money on a dehumidifier? That’s fine, there are ways you can get rid of the humidity in your basement without a humidifier. Whether you are looking for the quickest and
Kerosene heaters are versatile devices that can be used in ways that many other more traditional types of heaters can’t. For a start, they are great at heating large open spaces such as garages, warehouses or even outdoor areas. These heaters are usually portable, and most of the time do
It’s 100 degrees outside, you’ve just cut the grass for the 2nd time this week, and all you want to do is come in to enjoy the nice, cool air from your air conditioner while you relax a little. Unfortunately, you walk in from the sweltering heat outdoors to be
If you have ever looked at the specifications of an air conditioner or heater then you have probably noticed the term BTU in the specifications. But what is BTU? What does it stand for? What does it mean? Well this is the article you need. It it we will cover
Winter will be gone before you know it, and your currently cold garage will be baking. Garages are notorious for trapping in heat, and a great fan is essential for keeping cool. However, getting the right fan can be a frustrating task with so many fans to choose, and it’s
Whether you’re taking a steaming hot shower or nice bubble bath, few things are more relaxing than letting the heat take all your troubles away. Unfortunately, a good thing doesn’t last forever, and you’ll have to get out of paradise at some point and face dreaded cold bathroom floor. Fear
Coming home to a perfectly cool home in summer and a toasty home in winter after braving the harsh outdoor conditions is one of the best feelings there is. Unfortunately, your HVAC doesn’t always let you come home and relax – especially if you have rooms that seem like they’re
“How much does it cost to heat my room?” is a super-complicated question to answer. Heating a room depends on a plethora of variables – how many windows you have, how well the room is insulated, the temperature outside…. The list goes on! It’s near impossible to accurately determine. However,
So it’s time to either install air conditioning in your house for the first time, or to replace your old run down unit. But what size do you need? Well I’m not going to lie and tell you the answer is easy like so many other sites will. In fact,
Your garage is often the last place you think about when it comes to heating in winter. Well, that is until you need to go out there to do some chore that the wife is nagging you about! And then you realize that your garage is cold – why didn’t
While many of us may be unaware of the importance of properly insulating the walls of our home, the fact is that up to 35 % of heat gets lost because of poor insulation. This is not only a matter of comfort and quality of life, but it can also
Whether you’re buying or burning, knowing a few things about the different types of firewood can maximize efficiency and save you trouble when it comes to your wood stove, fireplace, or fire pit. Not all firewood gives the same results so understanding the characteristics of different types is key to
The next line up in our series of articles comparing heating types is pellet stoves vs propane. These two heating types are a bit more difficult to compare because they are actually quite different. They do however, each have their pros and cons. Propane heaters will suit some of you,
Do you need to keep the room cool, but can’t bear the noise of your air-con unit? Maybe you’re constantly battling between the right temperature and a room that you can actually sleep in? Air-con is a necessary evil for many of us, but who wants to share the room
Pellet stoves are one of the best space heaters available: they are efficient, cheap to run and they provide that comforting radiant heat. But they do have one downside: when the power goes out your pellet stove stops operating. For this reason, you will want to seriously consider installing battery backup