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Should I test my home for radon gas?

...gas in homes Mitigating radon gas in water National radon gas maps and database of high risk areas

Posted by Mary Anne S March 5, 2019 Radon in Homes - Mitigation 4 responses

How could I convert my hydronic gas heated floors to electric heated floors?

...gas as fuel. $400/ mth is killing me. Help, i have been told it can't be done .  It's a great idea to replace the use of gas for heating with electricity, becau...

Posted by Betty Potter-Collins June 7, 2020 Delivery: radiant, forced-air and decentralized 3 responses

What is the payout for converting from gas heat to electric heat?

...gas heating and cooking with gas stoves. These equipment release pollutants into the air of your home and can impact the residents' health in the long run.

Posted by Fred Beaulac Jan. 24, 2020 Heating with electricity 3 responses

Can you use an HRV or ERV for radon removal in a dirt floor basement?

...gas levels. See here –  How to remove radon gas from basements and crawl spaces Radon is escaping through the dirt floor, so for a couple of reasons I would fir...

Posted by Douglas Touart March 1, 2021 Radon in Homes - Mitigation 1 response

How do know if I have a gas leak ? It's a ventless heater

...gas leak. I can't help you with how to go about it, its a matter of personal safety. Gas leaks will smell like rotten eggs, which comes from  an additive put in...

Posted by Margherita Sewell Jan. 29, 2021 Healthy indoor air quality 1 response

What is the best way to heat a home with solar panels?

Hi, we are planning to build a home in the Canadian Rockies, we would like to incorporate a grid tied, ground mounted solar system into our design.  Given that ...

Posted by Oliver Williamson Oct. 26, 2020 Off-grid and Net-Zero Housing 1 response

Is sealing basement concrete floor against radon a good idea?

...gas contamination and remove it if levels are above recommended safe levels. Have you had your basement tested for radon and found high levels? Here are our pag...

Posted by Tim Hanrahan Sept. 18, 2020 Radon in Homes - Mitigation 3 responses

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