Debra Lynn Dadd

Central Heating Systems - HVAC or Radiant Flooring?

QUESTION:

Hi,

We are looking to buy an older rambler and make is MCS safe. Does anyone know what is better for us MCS sufferers? An Electric furnace with a whole house air filtration system and ultraviolet light in the duct work or radiant heat floors? And what kind of radiant heat floors? Thanks everyone and you especially, Debra!

Cathy

POSTED BY CATHY R DEVOE :: WASHINGTON USA :: 10/26/2009 3:32 PM

DEBRA'S ANSWER:

I would probably choose the electric furnace with a whole house air filtration system and ultraviolet light in the duct work.

The heat from radiant heat floors can make the flooring outgas more than it normally would (although this wouldn\'t be a problem with tile floors). But also radiant heat floors wouldn\'t filter the air, if that\'s something that is needed.

Readers?

Debra :-)

COMMENTS:

I put radiant heat in my house and it's been amazing. First it's green: 40% lower energy consumption. Second: there is no air blowing in the house. We put non toxic wood from eco timbers so there was no outgassing. The house is warm and so healthy. I recommend radiant to anyone!

POSTED BY BILLY :: CALIFORNIA USA :: 10/29/2009 3:39 PM

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