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Did it ever heat the house before now? Furnance filter clogged? What kind of heat? Do you have any air leaks on door and window frames or attic fan opening? Do you have a humidifier to add moisture to above the 50% level? There are many more causes of poor heating. Mostly it is loss of heat and cold air coming inside by HOLES. The number one cure is closing up holes where cold air enters the house or warm air exits. So there are more questions here than your one. what say you?
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∙ 16y ago
There are several possible reasons why a heater might not be heating the house. It could be due to a malfunctioning thermostat, a problem with the heating element or fuel supply, a blocked air filter, or inadequate insulation in the house. It is best to check these potential issues and, if necessary, seek professional help to diagnose and fix the problem.
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Where does the heating process begin in a hot water heater system?
the boiler.
What could be wrong if you are not getting hot water from your water heater?
Check the heating elements in the water heater. These may be bad and need replaced.
What should the temperature be coming out of the heating vent in my house?
The answer depends on the thermostat setting as well as the kind of heating system that you have.
What makes of fan can be used for cooling and heating?
The most notable fan used for both heating and cooling would probably be of the Dyson brand. They have a product called the Dyson Hot+Cold, which is a bladeless heater fan used for both cooling and heating.
Can I convert Single phase to three phase for resistance heating?
Single phase can't be turned into 3-phase by any reasonable means. But on the other hand resistance heating is fairly straight forward. If only the fuse rating is high enough it might be possible to rewire a 3-phase heater to run from a single-phase source.
How much does heating cost for your house?
answer 1: It depends upon the kind of heater, and the manufacturer of the product.
Can you use a hot water heater to heat a small zone of house?
Yep. The water heater will warm up the area in which the water heater is located. You will find out later if it is sufficient heating.
How can radiant heating help with cold floors in a house?
Radiant heating can help with cold floors in a house by making the heat spread thoroughly and wholly throughout the whole house instead of just one room when using a heater, for example.
What are The differences between direct and indrect heating?
Direct heating means heating an object directly by a heater but indirect heating means heating an object by another object which is being heated by a heater.
What is auxillilary heating in a car?
it is an electric heater
What kind of problem is it where a water heater's fan is always running?
Water heater fan? I have never seen a "water heater" with a fan. Possible a boiler, hot water heating system. Assuming you are talking about a "water heater" in a house. Please give a little more information on where it is and what it is intended to do.
What does a strip heater mean?
It is an electric heater, with the heating elements in a straight line (a strip)
What is the function of a space heater?
A space heater is basically used to warm up a finite space. Instead of using a heating unit or a furnace to warm up the entire house, a space heater heats a limited area. The result is a lower cost and more efficiency.
Difference between in floor heating and baseboard heating.?
Floor heating is when you have heating units beneath your tiles that generates heat that radiates from beneath the home. Baseboard heaters are heater units that usually sit parallel to your baseboard. Each unit of baseboard heater is independent. Floor heating is more of a central heating unit.
Is Radiant Heating more safer then centeral heating?
Radiant heating is safest when you're in the room. Never leave the room for a long period of time with a space heater on. About 25,000 fires per year are the result of using a space heater. Radiant heating is definitely not safer than central heating.
Is it called a hot water heater or water heater?
It's because "hot-water" is a compound adjective, modifying "heater". It's not for heating water, it's for heating a house with hot water. There are many types of heaters that heat water, but only a hot-water heater is used for providing heated water for domestic use. A hydronic boiler also heats water, but it's only for use in radiators.The name "Hot Water Heater" is completely wrong for any use. There is no need to heat hot water. IT has always been "water heater". The term hot water heater has just been used for years because people don't realize the difference. It has always been WATER HEATER.The first answer is jibberish and makes no practical sense at all.
What are signs of a bad thermostate?
Over heating and no heat from the heater.
