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Make sure you have enough chimney

A rule of thumb for determining how much chimney you need for proper woodstove performance is…

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Can I use an existing well for my Geo loop?

The use of an existing well is a possibility but generally not conducive to a proper closed loop installation. The depth of the well and size of casing will be a consideration. Vertical loops are generally drilled by way of a 3' casing to a depth determined by the loop requirement. The well is then filled with a slurry to optimize heat transfer. The number of wells required is calculated as per the heating / cooling load of the home

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Install pressure gauges on either side of your water filter

An easy way to determine whether it's time to change your whole house water filter(s) is to install a second pressure gauge after your filter(s). By checking the pressure difference from the first gauge to the second you can verify water flow thru the filter(s).