The stuff you see here is mineral sediment from the bottom of a water heater. Annual flushing of tank-style heaters is essential for getting rid of this building up and extending water heater life. Click to see how.
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OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE: Heating Technology Offers Energy Security
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, outlines the benefits of an outdoor wood furnace as an alternative heating option thats energy efficient.
Continue ReadingVIDEO TOUR: Is a Tankless Water Heater for You?
Does a tankless water heater make sense at your home? Maybe yes, maybe no. Read and watch to find out.
Continue ReadingHOW-TO: Save $$$ Installing Your Own Heat Recovery Ventilator
UPDATED: 12Jan2018: Some of the most common questions I get come from people looking to increase the quality of the air in their homes using a heat recovery ventilator (HRV). These are devices that bring fresh air into your home, exhausting […]
Continue ReadingHOME ENERGY: Don’t Get Fooled By Convincing Nonsense
Don’t be fooled by tricky language that makes convincing but false claims about energy efficiency. Get the basics of home energy heating efficiency here.
Continue ReadingOUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE: DETAILED VIDEO TOUR
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, takes us on a video tour of his outdoor wood boiler, explains why he chose it and demonstrates their efficiency.
Continue ReadingShould Cool Air be Coming from a Heat Recovery Ventilator
Marlyse has some concerns about her newly installed heat recovery ventilator in the winter.
Continue ReadingCast Iron Rads – An Old Idea That Still Makes Sense
In this video Steve Maxwell reacquaints us with the splendor of cast iron rad heating.
Continue ReadingBradley Burner Pellet Grate
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, informs homeowners about the Bradley Burner for wood pellet burning stoves.
Continue ReadingHeating Well With Wood
According to Steve Maxwell wood heating makes sense on several levels; cost savings, cleanliness of combustion and the aesthetics of well-piled firewood.
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