Heat-Flo Indirect Water Heaters

What is an indirect water heater?

An indirect is a storage tank with a heating coil built inside the tank. Hot water from any hydronic heating boiler is circulated through the coil inside the tank to heat all the water in the tank. The unit is piped like any other heating zone.

Why use an indirect water heater?

An indirect provides abundant hot water, low operating cost, and long life.

Abundant hot water

The Model 40 takes the full output of a 150,000 BTU boiler giving you over 150 gallons per hour of hot water @ 90 degree F rise, continuous! This compares to only 20 gallons per hour for a typical 4.5 KW electric water heater, and only 33 gallons per hour for a typical gas fired water heater. The Model HF-40 1st hour rating is 190 gallons. For an electric water heater to produce 190 gallons 1st hour, it would need to be a 187 gallon tank!

Low operating cost

Increased boiler on time increases boiler efficiency, and since there is no center flue like gas and oil fired water heaters, standby losses are extremely low. Operating costs of 50% less than an electric water heater are common.

Long life

No direct flame reduces lime accumulation and there are no electric elements to burn out. The units are all stainless steel construction. If you are installing or updating a hydronic heating system, or have an existing hydronic heating system, the indirect water heater is the right solution every time! Say goodbye forever to hot water shortfalls and high electric water heating costs.

Indirect water heater features and benefits include:

·           All plumbing connections are located on top for an easy installation.

·           All stainless steel tank and smooth tube heating coil for long life.

·           Full 2" plus of insulation for an extremely low heat loss.

·           A thermoplastic jacket that will not corrode or dent.

·           Standard Honeywell control and well for reliability and easy service.

·           Quality brass drain and T+P valves are factory installed.

·           Conforms to UL STD 174, Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No. 110-94.

30, 40, 60, 80 and 115 gallon units are available to suit both residential and commercial applications.

The 80 gallon unit is the way to go with hot tubs, spas, and multiple baths. The 115 gallon unit can be banked in commercial applications and produce an enormous amount of hot water, a perfect single system solution for multiple unit housing.

http://www.houseneeds.com/heating/indirect-storage-hot-water-tanks/heat-flo-single-heat-exchanger

 

 

 

 

VENTING PRODUCTS

Novavent Z-Flex Z Vent

NovaFlex Novavent is designed for use with boilers, high efficiency gas and oil heaters and water heaters where flue gases are vented under pressure. Novavent in 4 Inch contains a built-in, fail-safe gasket and locking band connection. No sealant is required.

Novavent Z Flex is the perfect Venting choice for the Gas Tankless Water Heaters and Gas Boilers that require 4" CAT III Stainless Steel Venting. When compared to plastic and other resin based materials used for venting systems, NovaVENT displays considerably lower thermal expansion and contraction making it much more resistance to stress corrosion cracking.

Novavent Z Flex has wall thimbles, vent terminators, straight vent lengths, elbows and more. We also have accessories such as drain tube kits and sealant. Will work for any other Category II, III and IV gas heating appliance too!

Z Flex Novavent vent pieces will work with Z Flex Z-Vent venting. Novavent is a less expensive alternative to Z-Vent and is also manufactured by Z-Flex which has over 30 years of proven reliability. Novavent has a thinner gauge metal than Z-Vent but still meets all applicable national building and fire codes and is UL listed 1738 for Category II,III, IV gas appliances. Novavent has wall thimbles, vent terminators, straight vent lengths, elbows and multiple adjustable lengths available.

Z-flex offers helpful venting videos on their website for some of their venting product. (see link)
http://www.z-flex.com/productcart/pc/viewContent.asp?idpage=50

To download the Z-vent brochure (go to this link) http://www.houseneeds.com/upload/pdf/zflex-zventinfo.pdf

To download the Z-vent manual (go to this link) http://www.houseneeds.com/upload/pdf/zflex-zventmanual.pdf

Z Flex Flexible Stainless Steel Liner Kits for Oil, Gas, Pellet or Wood



Z Flex all-fuel stainless steel flexible liner vent kit has a triple lock construction so it won’t pull apart during installation or separate under extreme heat conditions. Z flex Stainless Steel Flexible lining is intended for use as a chimney liner for masonry chimneys for oil, gas or wood fired residential heating appliances with a maximum heating of 1000 Degrees Fahrenheit. Larger diameters are available upon request. Z-flex is engineered to quickly conduct heat, assisting in a natural draft system.
Kit includes a limited lifetime warranty.

To download the liner kit installation guide (go to this link) http://www.houseneeds.com/upload/pdf/zflex-flexmanual.pdf

It is always best to Check with your local authority for applicable codes about the work you wish to perform and the necessity of permits before you begin your project.

Monoflo Tee the Unique System

When should I use monoflo tees when installing radiators and baseboard and why.

 

Monoflo systems are very unique systems because they have a single pipe around the basement and both the radiation supply and return pipe come off that same pipe.  Water always wants to take the path of least resistance when flowing. If you tried to install a monoflo system without creating pressure differences with specially designed tees the water would not flow to the radiation, it would just flow around the main pipe in the basement. All heat flow is dependent on pressure differences whether it be warm air, hot water or steam. High pressure goes to low pressure all the time, you cannot change that. As long as we create enough of a pressure change it all works fine. On the other hand is we do not create enough of a pressure change it does not work so well.

 

The invention of the monoflo tee is what makes this system work. It creates a pressure change large enough to make the water flow up or down into the radiation and back into the main loop pipe around the basement. You may ask what is the main difference between a series loop which is also one pipe around the basement and a monoflo or diverter tee system. A series loop will start at the boiler and go through all the radiation. It does not have tees off the main loop to each section of radiation, it is a continuous loop from one radiator to the next. The monoflo system has the tees to isolate each section of radiation. A series loop system if you want to shut off a section of baseboard or radiator with a valve you shut flow to the whole loop. The monoflo system if you shut down a valve on a section of baseboard or radiator the rest of the system works. The flow is affected slightly but it would still work just not as efficiently as the flow in the complete system depends on the flow through the monoflo tee and the radiation. There is a limit of 15K btuh on panel radiators for this piping arrangement.

The monoflo tee (see picture at the right) is designed to create a pressure difference between the supply tee and the return tee.  Let's look at the monoflo tee design.  The will have an arrow or a red ring to show direction of flow.


 The way this system works is as the water flows through the pipe it will pass the first tee as the straight pipe is the path of lest resistance. When the water hits the venturi (see picture to the right) in the second tee the amount of water that passes through is reduced but the velocity is increased. The water that is being backed up waiting to pass through the venturi is building pressure due to circulator still pumping. As the pressure builds it will increase until the the pressure at the first tee is great enough to overcome the pressure drop through the radiation connected to the set of tees. The water will circulate through the radiation and the gpm flowing through the radiation is also increased by the venturi effect. As the velocity increases through the venturi it will create a suction at the top of the venturi tee which added to the pressure buildup on the supply tee will flow the proper amount of water.

Click here to view PDF piping arrangement picture

To purchase monoflo tees on our Houseneeds.com web site please go to the below link:

http://www.houseneeds.com/heating/copper-bronze-brass-fittings/legend-monoflow-tee-venturi-tees

Please call us if you have any questions at 866-432-8123.



 



Houseneeds Launches New Website

Houseneeds launches their new web site design.

Check out our Learning Center, Sales Items and you can even request a Custom Quote.

Chat with us on our ONLINE CHAT HELP service and meet our sales and customer service staff.

Many products have their own Overview, Technical Specs, Info and Link Tabs which help answer any questions you may have about the product.

We sell and stock the products that our customers like to use and we are constantly reviewing new products lines to help meet your needs. Such as……..

* Radiant Heat Pex Tubing for Infloor and Underfloor Heating. We sell all the PEX Accessories and heat sources for your project.

* Outdoor and Indoor Wood Boilers Whole House Fans and Attic Fans Gas Spaces Heaters.

* Heaters installed on your Wall or Floor. Ventless or Vented Furnaces avaiable.

* Solar Hydronic Heating and Solar Skylights

* Heating products such as hydronic boilers, radiators, gas space heaters, electric heaters, hydronic heating supplies , towel warmers, wood stoves and more...

Please visit our site and send us your feedback. Look forward to doing business with all of you.

The Houseneeds Staff

Sale - Myson Electric Towel Warmer - Gem Series - 150 Watts

Are you tired of being cold when you step out of the shower? Than consider installing an electric Myson Towel Warmer,which are ON SALE NOW! Always thought that good quality towel warmers were a nice touch but too expensive! Then think again. GEM Series FPRL08 is the perfect towel warmer option for the bathrooms on a budget. This range is not only very affordable, it will provide you with warm toasty towels, dry your delicates and also reduce bathroom moisture, mildew and musty smells. The GEM Series FPRL08 is floor mounted and comes in 2 Stainless Steel Finishes. Myson FPRL08 Electric Towel Warmers Features: UL approved for use in domestic, hotel and spa establishments. Floor Mounted up to 150 watts Stainless Steel Bright or Matte Finish available Manafactured from 201 Grade Stainless Steel Easy installation Back lit on/off switch Matching installation accessories included 5 Year Myson Warranty. See all Myson EECOS Series Electric Towel Warmers - Click Here... FREE SHIPPING IN U.S. EXCLUDING AK,PR AND HI.

Radiators vs Fin Tube Baseboard

Houseneeds recommends and sells Myson radiators for the following reasons.

COMFORT — Myson Radiators deliver heat in two ways, and enhance your comfort throughout the heating season.

1. Radiant heat is delivered directly from the radiator panels to you. Think of that pleasant feeling of satisfying warmth that you get by sitting around a wood stove or grandma’s old cast iron steam radiator on a cold winter day.
2. Convective heat is delivered by warming the air creating a low to high air flow covering your outside walls and windows to create an envelope of warmth.

Conventional fin tube baseboards work by convection only, delaying the warming of the room and depriving you of the comforting warmth that only radiant heating can provide.

SPACE —

Myson Radiators occupy only a fraction of the wall space compared to fin tube baseboard. As a result, you gain more space and flexibility for your interior design and furniture placement.

Conventional fin tube baseboard takes up way more desirable wall space than a Myson Radiator does.

DURABILITY —

Myson Radiators are constructed of heavy gauge steel with a durable epoxy polyester powder coat finish strong enough to stand up to years of use, while maintaining their functionality and new appearance.

A fin tube baseboard’s thin sheet metal covers are easily damaged by vacuum cleaners, children’s toys, and rusting in damp environments — especially bathrooms — and do not stand up to the rigors of modern family life.

EFFICIENCY — Myson Radiators start heating immediately after hot water begins circulating though them. This fast heat delivery shortens the run time of your boiler, providing real fuel savings. Fin tube baseboards, with their inefficient and slow heat delivery, take longer to heat your home and cost you more money for heating fuel. VALUE — Myson Radiators, when properly installed, will provide you with a lifetime of comfort and value, saving you money, year after year, long after fin tube baseboard has lost its original condition and value. Over time fin tube’s cover will degrade and the fins become coated with dust, lowering its ability to efficiently heat your home. DESIGN CHOICE —  Myson Radiators are available in a variety of sizes and designs, ranging from traditional to modern, accommodating all your interior decorating creations. The traditional fin tube baseboard has no design appeal. EASE OF CLEANING — Mounted off the floor, Myson Radiators make vacuuming and washing floors easy by allowing access to areas impossible to clean when baseboard is installed. Myson’s durable epoxy polyester finish is easily cleaned with non-abrasive household cleaner or a damp cloth. Fin tube baseboard is very difficult to clean, leaving a dust laden interior and a dented and scuffed exterior because of the use of thin sheet metal. The interior aluminum fins are razor sharp, making it difficult to clean without cutting yourself. Please visit our website to learn additional information about the Myson radiators at http://www.houseneeds.com/shop/myson/myson-radiator-hydronic-select-series-main.asp

Solar Attic Fan

HNSF-20 Watt Solar Attic Fan
The HNSF-20 Watt Solar Attic Fan is a solar-powered attic ventilation system that is completely self-contained. When the sun is shining on the Solar Attif Fan's solar panel, electricity from the panel turns a powerful fan that moves up to 1275 cubic feet per minute of hot attic air out of your house. That means humidity and temperature levels never reach critical activation levels that trigger electric powered attic fans. The HNSF-20 Watt Solar Attic Fan requires NO electrical hook-ups, NO electrician and it requires NO cost to operate. Kit includes one 20-watt Solar Panel, High Output Fan, Stainless Steel Small Animal Screen and the casing is made out of Aluminum, not galvanized metal for long lasting performance.

The HNSF Solar Attic Fan has a 5 year warranty on the solar panel and motor and a 10 year warranty on all other components.



A quick and easy way to ensure that your attic does not reach excessive temperature with our HNSF Solar Attic Fan. Using the 20 Watt Solar Attic Fan is a simple way of controlling this. By mounting this unit on your roof with the convenience of included installation materials, your attic temperatures will be easily controlled. This solar attic fan requires no wiring because it runs exclusively on solar power. The HNSF-20 Watt Solar Attic Fan can fully cover an attic space of up to 2,000 sq. ft. and will operate at up to 1,275 cfm.

• Solar Pane Power Rating - 20 Watts
• Output - 1,275 Cubic Feet per Minute
• Casing - Aircraft Grade Aluminum 1.5 mm
• Bug and Bird Screen - Stainless Steel
• Thermostat - Included
• Thermostat Setting - On at 80 °F - Off at 70 ° F
• Size of Flashing - 26.5 Inches
• Size of Solar Panel - 21.5 inches by 14 inches

If you wish further information please call us at 866-432-8123.

Firebird Condensing Oil Boilers

The Firebird Condensing Oil Boilers are constructed with a combination of premium grade – mild and stainless steels for the perfect combination of heat transfer and corrosion resistance properties. Unlike other “near” condensing boilers available in North America, the Firebird Condensing Oil Boiler is designed to be a true condensing boiler. Combined with the temperature compensating, efficiency control, this boiler achieves an efficiency which rivals gas wall hung boilers without the need to convert to gas.

·        Ultra quiet, high efficiency condensing boiler

·        P90 Max Output - 95,000 BTU

·        P120 Max Output - 121,000 BTU

·        ASME certified heat exchanger

·        High performance Riello RDB burner

·        Stainless steel, balanced flue, side wall vent kit Option

·        Polypropylene chimney liner kit Option

·        Condensate drain with built in trap and neutralizer provided

·        Low maintenance; easy to access, easy to clean

·        Extra heavy insulation for low jacket and standby losses

·        Constructed of mild & stainless steel 

·        Extremely low stack temperature

·        Limited fifteen-year warranty

For pricing and further information please visit the link below....

http://www.houseneeds.com/shop/qht/firebird-condensing-oil-boilers-high-efficienct-all-main.asp#

Or call us at 866-432-8123. 



Come join us at the SolarFest - Learn and have fun at the same time!

SolarFest 2013 - July 12, 13, & 14

As the Northeast's premier energy and music festival, SolarFest blends art, education, and community outreach to inspire the conservation of Earth's limited resources, to promote renewable energy, and to support the creation of sustainable communities.

SolarFest will be held at Forget-Me-Not Farm in Tinmouth, VT

The festival opens at Noon on Friday, July 12 and runs through Sunday, July 14 at 4pm. Our Box Office is open from 11am to 8pm on Friday, July 12, from 8am to 8pm on Saturday, July 14, and from 8am to 3pm on Sunday, July 14. For ticket information click here:  http://solarfest.org/solarfest_tickets.php

Hope to see your there!

 

MYSON ELECTRIC TOWEL WARMERS ON SALE

Sometimes you only need a little bit of heat in the bathroom and do not want to turn on your heating system.  This is when you wish you had a towel warmer to take the chill off and to have a nice warm towel to wrap up in. 
                                                        
                                                   ON SALE NOW

                     Myson FPRL08 / WPRL08 / WPRL10 Towel Warmers
                            CURRENTLY OFFERING FREE SHIPPING

Myson Electric Towel Warmer - Gem Series - Floor Mount - Color Matte Stainless Steel - 150 Watts - FPRL08

Myson Electric Towel Warmer - Gem Series - Floor Mount - Color Bright Stainless Steel - 150 Watts - FPRL08

Further products can be found at this link....
http://www.houseneeds.com/shop/heatingproducts/heatingunits/electrical/myson/electrictowelwarmerpearlbuy.asp

Visit our showroom at 4805 Main Street  •  Waitsfield, VT  •  05673  •  1.802.583.2726

Federal Tax Credits for Consumer Energy Efficiency

One thing to consider before you make a major purchase is, "Can I get a tax credit or local state rebate on the product I want to purchase?". It is hard to stay on top of what you can and cannot take on your Federal Income Tax or what your state has for rebate offers.  May we recommend visiting the sites below to find information about these subjects.

One site we recommend for Federal Tax credits is:

http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=tax_credits.tx_index   

For individual state incentives we recommend this site:

http://www.dsireusa.org/

You may wonder where does my money go?

According to Energystar.gov the annual energy bill for a typical single family home is approximately $2,200.



Houseneeds goal is to provide your home with the most energy efficient solution that fits within your budget. Please contact us to discuss any of our products or if you have any questions.

Please visit www.houseneeds.com and look forward to hearing from you.

Boiler maintenance products

Many householders only pay attention to their boilers when there is a failure and it needs to be repaired. The costs associated with these boiler repairs are typically high both in labor, much of which is done on an overtime basis, and the associated downtime. By far this is the least desirable approach to boiler maintenance. Therfor, a regular proactive maintenance program pays dividends when you have peak boiler performance. The goal of annual boiler maintenance is to have all of the components of the boiler inspected, ensuring they are in proper working condition.

Houseneeds sells several products that will help maintain your boiler system. Please find information about these products in this email.

                         Utility Chemicals Boiler Treatment Product Info
                                            Click for Product Info
Utility Chemicals No-Freez Inhibitor Material Safety Data Sheet   (45kb)
Utility Chemicals RV Guard Non-Toxic Anti-Freeze Material Safety Data Sheet   (48kb)
Utility ChemicalsPipe Guard Non-Toxic Anti-Freeze Material Safety Data Sheet   (48kb)
Utility Chemicals No-Freez Anti-Freeze Material Safety Data Sheet   (47kb)
Utility Chemicals Sludge Kleen Fuel Oil Conditioner Material Safety Data Sheet   (47kb)
Utility Chemicals Hy-Dro-Sol Fuel Tank Water Absorber Material Safety Data Sheet   (55kb)
Utility Chemicals Prep Hydronic System Cleaner Material Safety Data Sheet   (51kb)
Utility Chemicals Bio-Safe Solder Pak Material Safety Data Sheet   (86kb)

Heatlink EasyFit Plumbing PEX Manifolds

Heatlink Easyfit Pex Manifolds come in 2 and 3 Port Tees and are sold with 1/2" PEX adapters. So just order the actual amount of ports you need and you should be good to go. There are several different End Connection you need to choose from as well as 3/4" Tee to allow you to send hot or cold water to a separte plumbing manifold in a different location. If you want to use this manifold with 3/8 Inch PEX tubing - buy our Coupler 1/2 by 3/8 inch for each branch you want to use with 3/8 Inch PEX. Use silicone lubricant to lubricate dry o-rings to ensure a tight seal. In case a leak develops during testing, remove pressure from system, clean the o-ring, and reapply silicon lube. When placing the manifold into the supporting bracket, place the bottom snap-in lock in the bottom (braced) notch in bracket and then rotate it so that the top snaps into place. In order to prevent stress on the manifold supply end connections, the supply piping must be braced or supported, parallel to the manifold and centred with the manifold’s inlets.

• A) Part 22199 - Closed End Cap
• B) Part 22195 - 3/4" EasyFit Run End Connection
• C) Part 22001 - Compression Stop Tee with Shut Off
• D) Part 22002 - 2 Port Tee with 1/2 Inch PEX Adapters
• E) Part 22196 - 1 Inch MPT Supply End Connection
• F) Part 22194 - 3/4 Inch EasyFit Supply End Connection
• G) Part 22193 - 1/2 Inch EasyFit Supply End Connection
• H) Part 22180 or Part 22181 - Red or Blue Shut-off Caps
• Part 22095 - Cap for 1/2 Inch Fittings to shut off unused ports (Not Shown)
• Part 22196 - 1 Inch MPT Supply End Connection (Not Shown)
• Part 22003 - 3 Port Tee with 1/2 Inch PEX Adapters (Not Shown)
• Part 23015 - Manifold Compression Connector for Part # 22001 - for 1/2 Inch PEX Tubing (Not Shown)
• Part 23032 - Manifold Compression Connector for Part # 22001 - for 3/4 Inch PEX Tubing (Not Shown)

Heatlink can be found a this link:

http://www.houseneeds.com/shop/heatlink/plumbing-pex-easyfit-pex-manifolds-buy.asp

Houseneeds.com
866-432-8123  for Sales Agents

WINTER CLEARANCE

On Sale!

  

Take advantage of these cheap prices on Gas Space Heaters, Tankless Water Heaters, Hydronic Heating Supplies, Gas Boilers, Propane Boilers, Wood Stoves Accessories and more.

Myson Whispa II Toe-Kick Heaters - On Sale!
PowerGuard A/C Power Conditioner - On Sale & $25 Mfg Rebate
Qmark Marley AGV14 Exhaust Attic Fan
Heat Link Radiant Heat PEX Tubing - Free Shipping
Bosch Pro GWH-345-ESR Propane Gas Tankless Water Heaters - On Sale
Qmark Marley ASRV14 Exhaust Attic Fan
Caleffi Hydronic Zone Valves - On Sale
Myson Lo-Line Fan Convectors and Hi-Line Fan Convectors Discontinued Sale!
Qmark A20DD Whole House Exhaust Fans
M&G Dura Vent Type B Vent Pipe - On Sale
Cash Acme Thermostatic Mixing Valve HD110D - On Sale!
Sharbite Quick Connect Fittings - On Sale!
Webstone Ball Valves - On Sale!

Our Sale Items are always changing so check back often.

http://www.houseneeds.com/shop/atop/sale_index.asp

866-432-8123

Waitsfield, VT 05673

Condensing High Efficient Oil Boilers

Firebird Condensing Oil Boilers

The Firebird Condensing Oil Boilers are constructed with a combination of premium grade – mild and stainless steels for the perfect combination of heat transfer and corrosion resistance properties. Unlike other “near” condensing boilers available in North America, the Firebird Condensing Oil Boiler is designed to be a true condensing boiler. Combined with the temperature compensating, efficiency control, this boiler achieves an efficiency which rivals gas wall hung boilers without the need to convert to gas. 

Benefits & Features

The Firebird Condensing Oil Boiler Popular Series comes in 2 sizes with either 95,000 or 121,000 Btu's and is ideal for basement installations.

The Firebird Condensing Oil Boilers offers home and building owners an affordable, versatile, long lasting water boiler heating system that provides some of the highest combustion efficiencies available.

P90 Max Output - 95,000 BTU

P120 Max Output - 121,000 BTU

ASME certified heat exchanger

High performance Riello RDB burner

Stainless steel, balanced flue, side wall vent kit Option

Polypropylene chimney liner kit Option

Condensate drain with built in trap and neutralizer provided

Low maintenance; easy to access, easy to clean

Extra heavy insulation for low jacket and standby losses

For additional information please visit:
http://www.houseneeds.com/shop/qht/firebird-condensing-oil-boilers-high-efficienct-all-main.asp
 

Houseneeds.com Installs an Empyre Phase II Elite XT Wood Boiler

Houseneeds.com, The Vermont based internet seller of energy efficient, environmentally friendly heating and ventilation products, has announced that they have finished the installation of a brand New Empyre Elite XT 200 Outdoor Wood Gasification Boiler. The Boiler, which resembles a small house, or a large dog house, is located on Houseneeds’ front lawn at 4805 Main Street in Waitsfield. Houseneeds plans on using the new Boiler as their primary source of heat.

All Empyre Wood Boilers use a process called wood gasification to produce super efficient combustion in the boiler’s dual burn chambers. There are five elements that work together to create this 89-90% efficient, clean burning, and environmentally safe Wood Gasification process:

The Firebox is where the wood burns from the bottom up, drying the top layer. The fire brick lining absorbs heat and maintains burn chamber temperatures to reignite quickly
on demand.

Exhaust is then forced down into the lower burn chamber.
The Lower Burn Chamber is where the exhaust burns at up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, eliminating virtually all smoke and gases.

The Flues are where the exhaust air escapes through multiple heat exchange flues running through the water jacket, transferring heat quickly and efficiently.

The Chimney exhaust has now been cooled to 350 degrees Fahrenheit by the time it exits the chimney.
For further information on all Empye Wood Boilers, visit: http://www.houseneeds.com/shop/profab/empyre-indoor-outdoor-wood-boilers-all.asp
About Houseneeds.com:
Houseneeds.com was created in 1999 in the heart of Vermont’s Mad River Valley. Houseneeds.com has made it their mission to bring the best in energy efficient environmentally friendly products from all over the world to homeowners across North America. Houseneeds.com offers Common Sense Heating, Cooling and Green Energy Solutions with a level of friendly expertise that cannot be rivaled anywhere. Contact us at 866-Heat-123 or visit our website 24 hours a day at Houseneeds.com



What is the difference between a condensing and non-condensing boiler?

All boilers under certain conditions will condense.  The difference between a condensing and non-condensing boiler is that a condensing boiler is designed to operate and survive long term in a condensing environment.  A non-condensing boiler will not last as long, because condensate is corrosive.

The condition that causes a boiler to condense is reduced flue gas temperature.  The point at which condensing will occur, also called the dew point of the products of natural gas (or propane) combustion, is about 130F.  Above this temperature, the moisture entrained in flue products as water vapor will remain vaporized.  Below this temperature, the water vapor will change phase and condense out of the flue products as liquid.  When this phase change occurs, additional energy is released that is beyond the sensible heat of the flue products.  In a boiler, this phase change occurs on a heating surface and the released energy transfers through the heating surface into the boiler water on the other side.  By capturing this energy, which is lost out the exhaust stack on a conventional system, a condensing boiler gains efficiency, thus making it much more efficient.  

Naturally, the products of combustion cannot be reduced in temperature to 130F unless some of the heating surfaces in the boiler are also less than or equal to 130F.  The only way to accomplish this is to have an entering boiler water temperature of less than or equal to 130F.  Simply stated, if return water to the boiler is higher than 130F, condensing cannot occur; even if the boiler modulates and is at its lowest firing rate.  This is determined by the laws of physics.  The highest achievable efficiency that can occur without condensation forming inside the boiler is approximately 87%.

To see our non-condensing and condensing boilers click on the link below...

http://www.houseneeds.com/heating/hydronic-heating-boilers

Please call us to help answer any questions you may have at 866-432-8123.

Rinnai Space Heater

Rinnai Space Heaters - Natural and LP Gas Heaters

Heating choices like never before! Rinnai has a heating appliance that fits your needs and your decor. The Rinnai family of heating is affordable and energy efficient, allowing you to lower your central heating demands and cost.

Visit the link below for further information and pricing.

http://www.houseneeds.com/shop/rinnai/rinnai-gas-space-heaters-main.asp

Houseneeds.com

Waitsfield, VT

866-432-8123

We ship through out the U.S. and Canada

Saving Energy

Save Energy Now! When you save energy, you're saving money and the environment! In 2005, the average household spent almost $1,900 on home energy bills. Since 2005 - energy prices have gone up by 77% to 150% - depending on your area and what type of energy you use. So the average house that used $1,900 in 2005 would use at least $3,363 in 2008 or more. You can save 10% - 50% each year by making smart energy choices.

What do you want to do today? Want to save money on your heating bill? Want to save water and money on your water heater bill? Want to save money on electricity? Want to cool your home more efficiently? Need to save space? Inexpensive changes that save you big!

Now Offering Empyre Phase II Indoor and Outdoor Wood Boilers

Just in time for the heating season, Houseneeds introduces Empyre’s line of Phase II EPA Certified clean burning Wood Boilers. These Boilers use a process called Wood Gasification that represents the future in Wood Heating.

The Vermont based internet seller of energy efficient, environmentally friendly heating and ventilation products, has announced a partnership with Pro-Fab Industries of Arborg, Manitoba, Canada to offer their Empyre line of Phase II EPA Certified clean burning Wood Boilers. The Empyre line offers multiple options for outdoor or indoor installations. Both the indoor Elite indoor series as well as the Elite XT outdoor series are available in 2 sizes, with up to a 220,000 BTU/hr load. There is also an outdoor Pro Series with a larger BTU load of up to 330,000 BTU/hr.

All Empyre Wood Boilers use a process called wood gasification to produce

super efficient combustion in the boiler’s dual burn chambers. There are five elements that work together to create this 89-90% efficient, clean burning, and environmentally safe Wood Gasification process:

The Firebox is where the wood burns from the bottom up, drying the top layer. The fire brick lining absorbs heat and maintains burn chamber temperatures to reignite quickly

on demand.

Exhaust is then forced down into the lower burn chamber.

The Lower Burn Chamber is where the exhaust burns at up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, eliminating virtually all smoke and gases.

The Flues are where the exhaust air escapes through multiple heat exchange flues running through the water jacket, transferring heat quickly and efficiently.

The Chimney exhaust has now been cooled to 350 degrees Fahrenheit by the time it exits the chimney.

For further information on all Empye Wood Boilers, visit:

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802-583-5523

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