I am researching on if it is possible to build a hydronic underfloor heating system from common materials. I was thinking about purchasing a medium size water heater, water pump, and about 1000 feet of tubing, maybe pvc, or even your higher end common garden hoses as they dont have much insulation to contain the [...]
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DIY hydronic underfloor radiant heating system?
July 4th, 2010 · 3 Comments · Commercial Water Heater
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Electric hot water heater piped into the boiler?
June 21st, 2010 · 4 Comments · Electric Water Heaters
We just bought a house that has a 50 gallon electric water heater that has the cold line of the water heater piped into the boiler. What is the purpose of this? Also it has a "Fast fill" valve. What is this? Other Articles and Posts Boiler Room & Engine Room Workers – Mesothelioma and [...]
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do on-demand propane water heaters like to accept pre heated water from a solar storage?
June 6th, 2010 · 3 Comments · On Demand Water Heater
is it wise to hook a solar water storage tank to an on-demand water propane heater to provide preheated water so they dont turn on or work less? i have been told that once an on-demand heater wants to come on with the minimum flow rate the heat sensor will cycle on and off, wearing [...]
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Which hot water heater is best for this application?
April 19th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Hot Water Heater
Have a boiler hot water heater. It is ok in the winter but it really stinks in the summer. Last spring I built a solar heater to preheat the water (it cost me about 300 bucks) It has almost paid for itself in addition I have more hot water. I would like to just shut [...]
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Indirect Water Heaters
April 9th, 2010 · No Comments · Water Heater Reviews
Tankless Coil and Indirect Water Heater – A Cost Effective Solution for Your Home Water heating is a thermodynamic process that heats water by using an energy source to raise its initial temperature to the level of heat required. Hot water is a basic need for every home, considering that it is necessary for bathing, [...]
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