Journal
Old-Home Air & Heat
Focuses on HVAC challenges in aging houses: uneven heating and cooling, old ductwork, ventilation issues, insulation interactions, attic heat, and equipment aging. Helps homeowners decide when to repair or replace and avoid wasting money.
4 articles
Old-Home Air & Heat
Why Some Older Homes Are Always Too Hot Upstairs and Too Cold Downstairs
Many older homes feel too hot on the upper floors and too cold on the lower ones...
Old-Home Air & Heat
Repair vs. Replace: How to Think About HVAC in an Old House
HVAC decisions in older homes are rarely only about the age of the furnace or ai...
Old-Home Air & Heat
What Bad Ventilation Does to Comfort, Moisture, and Roof Life
Inadequate ventilation in older homes affects more than stuffiness. It raises mo...
Old-Home Air & Heat
Why Replacing HVAC Without Looking at the House Envelope Can Waste Money
Installing new HVAC equipment without addressing air leakage, insulation, and du...