How can I solve a problem of handfuls of insulation being blown into our heating ducts at new home?

Somehow the insulation wrapping the heating ductwork must be getting into the ductwork itself (which carries the hot air from the heatpump to the rooms of the house). What can I do? I have to remove the duct grate and remove one or two large handfuls of insulation every few Read more

What is the cost of a new heating system for a house built in 1910?

I’m considering buying a 750 sq ft investment property built in 1910. It has gravity heating (holes in the floors). I would like forced hot air but am looking for the least expensive way to bring it up to code. How much can I expect to pay? How do I Read more

Does a full lint trap disable the heating element in a dryer?

Does a full lint trap disable the heating element in a dryer? my friend contend that a full lint trap stops the dryer from heating up. I contend it just obstruct the airflow prevent hot air from circulating
Our dryer is fine My roommate is arguing that our heat Read more

Where can i find the heating plans for my house? Are the original plans kept anyplace?

I am looking to understand my heating ductwork better, so I can try and improve the force of air on my second floor. I have forced hot air heat in the house, and the 2 bedrooms upstairs heat up, but the force of air is negligable compared to the 1st Read more

One heating vent makes a different noise than all the others?

I have a forced hot air system. All of my heating vents (except one) make a steady hissing sound during a warming cycle. However, one of them makes a sputtering noise. Is this anything to be concerned with? Perhaps, I need to have an escape valve replaced? They all seem Read more