It's not very often that you see a sophisticated heating system installed in a storage facility. These types of buildings are usually rather utilitarian. But the specialized Henson storage facility breaks that stereotype.
America's Gilded Age was a time in which truly magnificent houses were constructed along the Eastern seaboard. Originally summer homes, many are now hotels. The latest renovation of the Blantyre involved replacing the original heating system with new boilers and constructing a new spa.
A major restoration of the Santa Barbara County Courthouse has been progressing for the last few years. The historic complex has received much-needed updates, including the installation of a water-source heat pump system to heat and - for the first time ever - cool the building.
There's no question that flexible duct has revolutionized the HVAC industry. The advent of flex duct meant that contractors could dramatically reduce the amount of time and skill it takes to install a duct system. As with any great product, however, the key to its optimum performance is proper installation.
It's likely that many homes do not receive the proper amount of ventilation, even if homeowners regularly use their bathroom or kitchen fans. The good news is there's a new generation of fans available, which are quiet, energy efficient, and can move more air than ever before.
A properly installed zoning system will ensure that the correct amount of airflow is delivered to each zone. When installing zoning, it is always necessary to employ some way to relieve the excess air pressure that may build up in the system.
Indoor air quality has always been a focus of those in the HVAC industry, but now those three letters - IAQ - are becoming known by the general public as well, thanks to high-profile organizations such as the American Lung Association and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
People who live in expensive houses are usually willing to pay more for comfort. That's the perfect scenario for the Kool Fire hydronic system. It has a higher price tag, but the manufacturer states that it provides unsurpassed comfort in residential and light commercial applications.
