Do not use asphalt- or bitumen-type vapor retarders over radiant heat systems. Where a wood panel subfloor has been installed over a concrete slab, install a Class I impermeable vapor retarder ...

Radiant floor heating is installed before the concrete floor is poured. The installation process is roughly as follows: First, a reflective liner is installed over fill sand in the bottom of the ...

As heat pumps become more popular generally so too do the DIY installation options, most notably from companies such as Mrcool that sell DIY installation kits. But are DIY heat pumps really a good ...

Researchers captured proof during a February 2022 snowstorm, recording video footage that showed a slab of normal concrete blanketed in white. But its self-heating counterparts kept the flurries off ...

After the initial installation, though, anual heating costs may be lower – but it depends on several factors, particularly how efficient the new heat pump system is. That is more dependent on ...

Unfortunately, upgrading your home can be incredibly expensive - especially when it comes to your heating system. And if you’re considering installing underfloor heating (UFH) in your home, it’s fair ...

The Department of Energy shares how many households can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars on heating bills by installing the right heat pump. The DOE encourages American families to consider ...