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Fuel Oil Furnace vs. Alternative Heating Methods More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Yoshinori Hishinuma | permalink
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Although natural gas and electric-powered furnaces dominate the home heating market, 11 percent of U.S. homeowners still rely on fuel oil to heat their homes each winter, according to the U.S. ...

For further reading: http://homeguides.sfgate.com/fuel-oil-furnace-vs-alternative-heating-methods-75577.html ^[1]

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Heating Alternatives to Supplement an Oil Furnace More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Bob Ahern | permalink
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Oil heating represents one of the most expensive home heating methods as of 2013, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Despite the high cost of oil, 11 percent of U.S. homes still ...

For further reading: http://homeguides.sfgate.com/heating-alternatives-supplement-oil-furnace-80582.html ^[2]

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Heat Pump Systems More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Michael Kammeyer | permalink
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Live in a mild climate? A heat pump might be your best option for efficient heating and cooling.

For further reading: http://energy.gov/energysaver/articles/heat-pump-systems ^[3]

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Alternative HVAC Systems More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Marr | permalink
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Pellet stoves and furnaces are hot, but HGTVRemodels shares other keen ideas for getting the most out of your heating and cooling systems.

For further reading: http://www.hgtv.com/remodel/mechanical-systems/alternative-hvac-systems ^[4]

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Should You Install a Heat Pump or Furnace? More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Undermoose | permalink
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Both heat pumps and furnaces provide viable ways to heat your home. But what are the differences between these two appliances? Does either one offer a clear advantage in either cost or efficiency?

For further reading: http://www.angieslist.com/articles/should-you-install-heat-pump-or-furnace.htm ^[5]

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Category: Fun | 9 years, 3 month(s) ago

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Michael Kammeyer, Marr, Undermoose, Yoshinori Hishinuma, Bob Ahern

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1. http://homeguides.sfgate.com/fuel-oil-furnace-vs-alternative-heating-methods-75577.html

2. http://homeguides.sfgate.com/heating-alternatives-supplement-oil-furnace-80582.html

3. http://energy.gov/energysaver/articles/heat-pump-systems

4. http://www.hgtv.com/remodel/mechanical-systems/alternative-hvac-systems

5. http://www.angieslist.com/articles/should-you-install-heat-pump-or-furnace.htm