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08-11-2012, 10:55 AM #14
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Having a tankless coil in an oil fired boiler is like leaving your car in the driveway idling because you might go for a ride. An indirect is really the way to go.
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08-11-2012, 11:02 AM #15
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Originally Posted by R Mannino
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08-11-2012, 02:58 PM #16
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Ooooo, that's a good visual. Let's build a top 10. Originally Posted by R Mannino
Like leaving your oven on, in the summer, because you might bake cookies...Which makes more sense to you?
CONSERVATION - turning your thermostat back and being uncomfortable. Maybe saving 5-10%
ENERGY EFFICIENCY - leaving your thermostat where everyone is comfortable. Saving 30-70%
DO THE NUMBERS! Step on a HOMESCALE.
What is comfort? Well, it AIN'T just TEMPERATURE!
Energy Obese? An audit is the next step - go to BPI.org, or RESNET, and find an auditor near you.
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