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Heaters and air conditioners are also rated by ENERGY STAR, the same governmental body that certifies energy efficient household appliances. Hydronic radiant heat is a smart way to warm your home. The size of the project, flexibility of the system, and preferred energy source should be weighed. For any hot water use, tankless (or flash) heaters drastically cut down energy use by heating water only as you need it. Look at whole house fans for ventilation and cooling, which accomplish both objectives by circulating fresh air. If you have central heating and cooling, check and change the filter for better performance and make sure all ducts are connected and sealed properly. A programmable thermostat will cut your energy demands drastically!

Central Heating and Cooling

Energy Star                                                                           http://www.energystar.gov/

Radiant Heat

Bay Hydronic
(707) 585-1661

Warm Floors
(707) 257-0880                                                                    http://www.warmfloors.com/

Tankless Water Heaters

Friedman Brothers Hardware Inc. (Do it Best) - All locations
(707) 939-8811

Home Depot - All locations
http://www.homedepot.com/

Whole House Fans

Friedman Brothers Hardware Inc. (Do it Best) - All locations
(707) 939-8811

Lowe's - Cotati
(707) 242-5000
http://www.lowes.com/

Pacific Supply - All locations
http://www.pacificsupply.paccoast.com/

 

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Build It Green Certified Green Building Professional

Western Regional Master Builders Association

Green Drinks Sonoma, every 1st Thursday of the month at 6:30pm at The Lodge, www.greendrinks.org

 

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Radiant heating systems are a comfortable way to heat your home and can be energy efficient as well as cost effective - if they are designed properly. Every project is different and your radiant system should be tailored to meet your specific heating needs. There are several options to keep in mind including radiant floors, radiant baseboard heaters and radiant walls.

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