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I have a gas fireplace and an oil furnace that I would like the ability to switch on or off as my heat source. I would like to use one thermostat and have a switch that would either point to fireplace or furnace as the source. Can I just run the current wires from the thermostat into a...

Today is an exciting day for me as I look out my window and see a crew of guys hooking up Natural Gas to my house. I can now finally hook up my gas stove, fireplace and dryer :) and on that note, has anything improved in the area of not having to vent the gas dryer directly outdoors? I...

I want to replace a decoractive acorn fireplace in my bedroom for a wood burning stove, to use as a heat source. The existing fireplace is open all around with glass, but is not sealed and does not retain heat, by design. Since the fireplace has glass all around it, it was installed in the...

Hey folks, Last Spring I changed my thermostat to one of the wireless models that the hydro company can dial into and lower the setting on those hot days during peak hours. I can honestly say I had my A/C on for only 3 hours total for the entire season (you gotta loves trees around the...

I have a 'decorative' fireplace in my upstairs bedroom, that although beautiful, leaks air like an open window. I call it decorative because it's not meant to give off heat, as it has windows all around it, none of which are sealed, and does not have a flue (see pic below). I would like...

Well I signed off on my new kitchen design, so now I know where everything will be placed. The kitchen is going to a new location (not where the current kitchen is) so I am going to run electrical cable and hook up some new outlets. My question is, how many? how often? I know you can never have...

Hi, I am currently building a new shower in my house, and am on the last step of the job, and I ran into some issues (of course). The shower room is completly tiled from floor to ceiling, and I built a small shower that you step into. The step is about 6" from the floor, and I have granite...

Hi, I live in a 100+ years old schoolhouse, that is made from brick. In fact, there are 3 layers of brick around the house (I've drilled 2 holes for ductwork, and it was killer!). My issue is, there is no insulation on the inside of my house. It's my understanding the 3 layers of brick is...

I have a pre 1900s school house, that I am currently renovating. The main floor room is 25' x 30' with 12' ceilings. The north facing wall has no windows and is covered with plaster, with drywall on the lower half (atop the plaster). I took off some of the drywall, and noticed the wall is all...