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Buried Tanks - Home Heating Oil
Legal, environmental and technical information.
http://www.inspect-ny.com/oiltanks/tanks.htm |
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Gas Furnace Alert
Warning about the potential danger if flue pipe is not replaced when a modern high efficiency furnace is installed. (click "alert" to get to page)
http://www.meier-and-sons.com/ |
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Hearth.com
Information on gas, wood, pellet, and coal appliances. Cost comparison of the different fuels.
http://www.hearth.com/what/specific.html |
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Heat Pipes
Fact sheet illustrates the theory and operation. Add-on device for air conditioner to improve de-humidification.
http://www.heatpipe.com/heatpipes.htm |
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Carbon Monoxide Protocol
Guidelines to determine whether potential exists for this deadly gas to enter a house.
http://home.att.net/~cobusters1/coprotocol.htm |
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RCD Mastics
How to locate, repair, and seal ductwork.
http://www.rcdmastics.com/ |
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Novia Heating Oil
Homeowner checklist for oil furnace malfunction.
http://www.noviaoil.com/heatingoil.htm |
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Home Ideas
Order form to request free literature on new units and related products.
http://www.homeideas.com/category.pl?site=hi&category=hvac |
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Big Blu Manual
Tutorial illustrating step by step procedures for finding refrigerant leaks.
http://www.refrigtech.com/bigblumanual1.html |
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Duct Cleaning
EPA tips on how to determine if ductwork needs cleaning. Criteria for choosing a contractor.
http://www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/airduct.html |
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Recalls
Searchable database provided by Consumer Product Safety Commission.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prerel.html |
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Ontario Propane Association
Liquid propane gas serviceman's handbook. Installation and inspection instructions.
http://www.propane.ca/Resources/ |
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Air Conditioning for Home Owners
Interactive manual includes basic troubleshooting and maintenance tips for do-it-yourselfers. Feedback form provided for technical questions.
http://www.accheckup.com/ |
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Learn Ductwork
Illustrated tutorial on fabricating sheet metal ductwork.
http://www.thesheetmetalshop.com |
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BTU Calculator
Estimate the heating needs of a room, combination of rooms, or an entire home.
http://hearth.com/calc/btucalc.html |
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Diagnostic Help
For central air conditioning, window units and heat pumps.
http://anchor-robinson.com/ |
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Air Duct Calculator
Input a desired flow rate in CFM, a limiting velocity in FPM, air temperature in degrees F, the length of the duct, and the duct material. The program calculates the duct cross sectional area, the circular duct diameter, and rectangular duct equivalents.
http://www.connel.com/freeware/airduct.shtml |
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Oil Burner Man
Detailed answers on oil heating systems with emphasis on boilers.
http://fixitright.freeyellow.com/index.html |
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John Mills Work Page
Advice from a service manager on buying a new unit, illustrated essay on chimney liners, and a history of brand names.
http://www.johnmills.net/work/workpage.html |
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Allexperts Repair Q and A
Volunteer mechanics answer questions via e-mail. Volunteers can be evaluated based on credentials and user ratings.
http://www.allexperts.com/getExpert.asp?Category=696 |
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Howstuffworks.com
Article that describes air conditioning operation from window units up to large industrial applications.
http://www.howstuffworks.com/ac.htm |
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Arthur Hewett
Factsheets on purchasing a new system, determining proper size, ductwork, grilles, and a glossary of industry terms.
http://members.tripod.com/arthurghewett/ |
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Honeywell
Devices include thermostats, humidistats, air cleaners and humidifiers. Everything from manuals to troubleshooting guides to programming instructions to product support.
http://www.honeywell.com/businesses/page6_5.html |
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The Boiler Room
Forum to post residential steam related questions.
http://www.boilerroom.com/homeforum.html |
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Warmair.com
Information on heating system operation, components, troubleshooting and maintenance.
http://www.warmair.com |
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Radiant Design Institute
Illustrations and detailed tutorials for installation of radiant floor heating.
http://www.radiantdesigninstitute.com/ |
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AC-Pal
Software allows input of data from instrument readings and gives solution to the problem. Definition and help section provides additional information about concepts and functions. Demonstration version available.
http://www.ac-pal.com/index.html |
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
EPA site provides advice on CO detectors, poisoning symptoms and prevention.
http://www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/coftsht.html |
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Homestore.com: Heating How-To Articles
Wide assortment of tips including programmable thermostats, cleaning air ducts, reducing moisture problems, and basic maintenance.
http://www.homestore.com/HomeGarden/homeimprovement/howtos/howtos/DefaultHeating.asp |
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HVAC-Talk
Software bulletin board for HVAC contractors, home-owners, do-it-yourself enthusiasts to use for heating and air conditioning concerns.
http://hvac-talk.com/ |
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Furnace Blower Repair
Short example on replacing bearings and fan belt.
http://www.misterfixit.com/htrblowr.htm |
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HVAC Help for the Homeowner
Experienced mechanic shows how to get help from the web. Includes advice from other mechanics and numerous searches of alt.hvac where many industry experts have answered a variety of questions.
http://home.att.net/~alt.hvac/owner.htm |
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Air Conditioning Information and Diagnosis
Diagnostics chart for troubleshooting. Tips on air filters, refrigerant charging, thermostats, and operation.
http://www.longviewweb.com/index.htm |
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HVAC Stories at Old House Web
Advice geared toward historic or older homes.
http://www.oldhouseweb.net/stories/How-To/HVAC/ |
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MSN House and Home: Climate
Overview of systems which contribute to climate within the home - insulation, air conditioners, vents, humidifiers and dehumidifiers, forced air heaters, filters, and thermostats. Illustrations, common problems, and basic repair instructions.
http://houseandhome.msn.com/improve/climate.aspx |
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Space Conditioning Systems
Instructions on maintenance procedures for heating systems. Includes drawings and diagrams.
http://www.msue.msu.edu/msue/imp/mod02/01500601.html |
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HVAC Mechanic
Information and support on heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems or controls for home owners and professionals. Knowledge base, recalls, forum, glossary, and events.
http://www.hvacmechanic.com |
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Ask Edward
Mechanic answers homeowner's queries on a wide range of service concerns.
http://askedward.com |
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Carbon Monoxide Alert
Comprehensive site includes safe/unsafe practices, effects, detector placement, and discussion.
http://www.homesafe.com/coalert/ |
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Sound Home Resource Center
In-depth articles on topics related to improvement, care, and maintenance.
http://www.soundhome.com/topics/topic.shtml#energy |
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Heating System Maintenance
Tips on preparing a furnace for winter operation.
http://muextension.missouri.edu/xplor/hesguide/housing/gh5981.htm |
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Aprilaire Owner's Manuals
For humidifiers, air cleaners, thermostats, zone control systems and fresh air exchangers.
http://www.resprod.com/default.asp |
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HVAC Glossary
Consumer guide to the array of efficiency ratings, abbreviations and acronyms used to describe or explain the products.
http://www.hvac-city.com/hv01002.htm |
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National Refrigerants
Technical support and regulatory updates; articles, faq, and news.
http://www.refrigerants.com/ |
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HeatingHelp.com
Find answers to steam heating problems by posting questions for experts or reading excerpts from books about heating.
http://www.heatinghelp.com |
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Appliance411.com
List of do's and don'ts for maintenance and repair.
http://appliance411.com/links/Helpful_Tips/Air_Conditioner/ |
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Brazing, Soldering and Welding
Tutorial illustrating step by step procedures.
http://www.jwharris.com/home/ |
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RepairNet
Flat rate price guide for checking repair costs.
http://www.repairnet.com/ |
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Hannabery HVAC
Everything from troubleshooting to maintenance and repair.
http://www.hannabery.com |
Additional
Information: This category is intended for sites which provide advice on maintenance, troubleshooting, or repair of climate control systems, including heating and cooling, air quality, and humidity.
This category does not include sites which sell goods and servi
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