Corrosion within a heating system often determines its useful lifespan, as different metals are susceptible to corrosion in various ways. It's crucial to take proactive measures to protect central ...

Shopping for a gas furnace? Read about types, features, and other must-know topics in our gas furnace buying guide to make an ...

Heated floors are luxurious and affordable. We'll tell you how to select the best floor-warming system for your home.

Underfloor radiant heating might be touted as a cozy modern touch — but not so fast. The Romans developed the hypocaust, a system of heating in which air is heated and then circulated in a hollow ...

When trying to reduce heating costs in the winter, many homeowners consider supplementing their central heat with a space heater. Some even consider foregoing the central HVAC system altogether and ...

I spent most of my childhood in London, where nobody has a/c and central heating consists of either electric storage heaters or radiators. In the US on the other hand, the standard configuration (in ...

Now that the weather is turning, you might be considering turning on the heating for the first time in a while. If you do turn it on and notice your home isn't heating up as it should, even with the ...

For decades, gas central heating has been the default for most UK homes. It is familiar, widely installed and, in many cases, still the cheapest way to heat a property. But that picture is beginning ...

Poor insulation has a similar effect. If your home lacks adequate loft, wall or floor insulation, it can lose heat quickly, meaning a chunk of the energy you pay for never gets a chance to warm your ...