Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
11-15-22, 11:32 AM
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Replies: 148
Views: 237,561
Hello Eco-Renovators
Thought Id give you a...
Hello Eco-Renovators
Thought Id give you a up-date on the DIY 5ton shop ground source heat-pump. It is Nov. 15/2022 and -2 Deg C outside with snow flurries. A couple weeks ago I had moved the...
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Forum: Solar Heating
03-12-22, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 29,130
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
02-28-22, 10:34 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 19,768
Version II the damn computer ate V I.
ICF is...
Version II the damn computer ate V I.
ICF is great, materials cost when we did ours was about the same as single use plywood forms.
You may need a moisture barrier and insect proofing depending on...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
12-26-21, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 98
Views: 108,343
Three years and still working well. I just...
Three years and still working well. I just changed the filters and topped off the loop pressure for the winter season.
We are happy with the system I is working better now that the loops dirt...
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Forum: Conservation
12-23-21, 05:01 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 69,074
There are two basic sizes available - 2kW and...
There are two basic sizes available - 2kW and 5kW. The capacity claims are inconsistent, and often incorrect. Those that are advertised as 8kW are really 5kW heaters. Some that are claimed to be...
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Forum: The Billiards Room
12-22-21, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 22,430
My grandson might have picked up this 'cold' at...
My grandson might have picked up this 'cold' at school. His parents have it too.
They tested negative and assured me, that I've just got a cold.
My symptoms are much weaker this morning. Just need...
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Forum: Conservation
12-22-21, 10:16 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 69,074
The cost of Diesel fuel at Texas gas stations ...
The cost of Diesel fuel at Texas gas stations $2.86 to 3.45 a gallon. So that's what to use in your Diesel heater! http://www.bostongasprices.com/GasPriceSearch.aspx
Sounds like a big building....
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
12-19-21, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 21,393
The second time is easier
I got the unit replaced and seriously it could not have been any easier to do. Swapping out for an identical unit was almost tool less. Anyway the new unit is in and as weird as it may be it is much...
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-19-21, 05:28 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 18,489
Project update
Yesterday I picked up my tank. It was brand new old stock. It is 1600 gallons with its length around 10'. It was made to be used horizontally but I will be standing it up on end. There are so many...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
11-21-21, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 21,393
4-5 ton Mr. Cool universal with a short life
I wanted to share an experience that I had with my heat pump. It was installed about a month before its life came to an end.
When I came home I noticed that it was cold in the house but the heat...
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Forum: Solar Heating
02-02-21, 05:16 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 55,346
Heating a slab for solar space heating
The utilization of solar heated hot water for heating a concrete slab for space heating is Nirvana!! On all accounts its a home run for: saving money, complexity, and comfort.
Here in Canada our...
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-28-20, 09:01 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 23,216
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-27-20, 08:23 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 15,501
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-24-20, 09:58 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 29,130
Well thank you for that comment..
They are...
Well thank you for that comment..
They are light as a feather to carry because of the galvanized metal stud framing...
I saw a post somewhere where a guy piled a whole bunch of big stones in a...
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-24-20, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 29,130
Ok, I see what you mean.
Yes just pumping hot...
Ok, I see what you mean.
Yes just pumping hot air into your basement is a plus even if that's all you do.
Hot air rises.. up thru the floors etc.
Well keep everyone posted on your progress and...
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-24-20, 08:45 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 29,130
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-24-20, 06:27 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 87,631
skyking solar hot air collectors
Sounds like you'll have a beautiful house when done.
Good luck with that project... post a bunch of pictures when you get rolling.
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-22-20, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 32,231
My only addition to this thread is beware of...
My only addition to this thread is beware of stagnation temps using PEX. I would stick with black automotive type radiator hose with stainless clamps or solder copper to join collectors. Just my 2...
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-22-20, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 29,130
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-22-20, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 87,631
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
11-01-20, 03:46 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 16,944
Setting temperature via weather feed
I may have posted about this before but anyway this is an update and it's now working...
It is now cool at night so time to run the heatpump which is connected to the under floor heating in my...
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Forum: Conservation
07-20-20, 08:03 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 100,046
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Forum: Conservation
07-19-20, 11:43 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 100,046
You use the contactor (a very heavy duty relay)...
You use the contactor (a very heavy duty relay) to switch the water heater, then you use a smart plug to switch the contactor. Not having an outlet nearby makes things slightly more complex, really...
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Forum: Conservation
07-13-20, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 100,046
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Forum: Solar Heating
06-13-20, 07:11 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 32,231
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