The issue of installing an autonomous heating system deserves a thorough comprehensive review, because the costs of it make up a significant part of the budget. For a balanced definition of a suitable option, you need to determine in advance which is cheaper - gas or electricity.This often depends on many factors.
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Suppose you wanted to pick up a boiler, radiators and pipes for the heating system of a private house yourself. Task number 1 - to calculate the heat load for heating, in other words, to determine the total heat consumption necessary for heating the building to a comfortable indoor temperature. We propose to study 3 calculation methods - different in complexity and accuracy of the results....
The steps for installing separate gas equipment — a hob and an oven — are similar to installing a conventional gas stove, but they also have their own characteristics. Sometimes users only connect a gas hob, as they don’t use an oven or prefer an electric model....
To calculate the consumed electricity and protect the network at most household and residential facilities, it is necessary to connect a single-phase meter and automatic machines. This event is usually to be performed by the owner of the premises. If you have small skills in wiring, you can independently do this work without the involvement of third-party specialists, and we will tell you how to do it....
The basic requirements for plumbing for a small restroom are compactness, ergonomics, suitable stylistics. These parameters are characterized by a small sink in the toilet. It is a mini copy of the standard device and does not lose to it in the number of design decisions. You want the sink to be not only pretty, but also convenient to use, right?...
More than once squinting or an unjustified hope for one's own strength cost people a lot of money.For example, the owner made the absolutely correct decision to replace the old gas column: all devices will ever fail, this one is no exception. But independent connection led to an emergency....
Modern innovations have an impact on the field of plumbing, where in recent years there have been many interesting new products. One of them is a bath piping, which is also known as a “drain-overflow system." Initially, such devices consisted of two separate elements: a siphon and an overflow pipe, the installation of which was carried out independently of each other....
One fine day, you found that the well is not able to work in the usual mode? It’s a pity that there are no “eternal” sources for water supply, is it? You suspect that its mechanical clogging has occurred over time and you want to fix the problem on your own, but you don’t know where to start and which option to choose?...
In modern life, it is difficult to do without a washing machine. It greatly facilitates homework, freeing the hostess from the time-consuming and long washing of a mountain of contaminated household items. Today this category of equipment is presented in a huge assortment. Various well-known brands are engaged in the production of reliable functional models....
One of the main advantages of cast-iron bathtubs is their durability. Such plumbing can serve faithfully for several decades, while maintaining technical specifications. However, over time, the bath may lose its original whiteness. Agree, not everyone is ready to get rid of high-quality cast iron for the sake of plastic or steel counterparts....
Planning to connect to a centralized gas supply system? This is a justified decision, because the cost of main methane in Russia is cheaper than any other fuel.However, gas pipelines should still be brought into the house from the nearest highway, which, you see, can be a rather expensive undertaking....
Enameled steel bathtubs have not lost their relevance even with the advent of comfortable acrylic models on the market. Inexpensive, relatively easy types of plumbing, with a careful attitude, serve 20 or more years. However, they have features that you should know for proper installation and connection. Do you agree?...
Ballu air conditioners are positioned as appliances manufactured using high Japanese technology and using components from Japan. But is it really so? Let's try to understand the technical features of the equipment under this brand. A classic example from the line of this manufacturer is the Ballu BSLI-09HN1 split system, which belongs to the ECO Edge DC-Inverter series....
A toggle switch, or as it is also called a marching, double, reversible, crossover, is an element of the power supply network that inverts (reverses) the switching of the conductors connected to it. A toggle switch is used to control a group or one lighting device from several places....
The choice of a method of heating a garage depends on the following factors: length of stay of the owners in winter; cost of equipment; availability of energy, price; ease of use. We suggest considering various options for solving the problem and figuring out how to make the most economical and efficient garage heating with your own hands....
Household electric boilers are convenient in operation, efficient and inexpensive compared to gas or solid fuel units. To install such a heater, you do not need to build a chimney, draw up a permit, allocate space for storing firewood. The only serious minus - the price of electricity - is leveled by the night tariff....
The simplest solutions for organizing heating a private house will always be popular, especially among home craftsmen. This also includes a wood-fired rocket stove, which can be done with one's own hands without significant financial costs. The heater is quite interesting and deserves special attention....
The actual heat dissipation of various types of heating radiators is often discussed at construction forums. Participants argue which batteries are better in terms of thermal performance - cast iron, aluminum or steel panels. To clarify this issue, it is proposed to calculate the power of different heating devices and to compare radiators for heat transfer....
