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Changing 80 Percent Furnaces to 90+
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Can someone weigh in on what's involved to change out an 80 percent furnace (or worse) to a 90 percent (or better)?  In terms of both work scope AND cost?  Take out the furnace, and what's the cost…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Eric Kjelshus Apr 18.

Support a Green Real Estate Company Doing Good Work
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Hey energy-efficiency colleagues,Our affiliate real estate company, GreenSpot Real Estate, is qualifying for a small-business grant, and I NEED YOUR HELP.  GreenSpot  helps the planet, and we want to…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Diane Chojnowski Jun 13, 2012.

The Nest Learning Thermostat - Good or Not So Much?
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We're moving our office space and doing a lot of the build-out ourselves.  In our HVAC overhaul, we need to replace the manual thermostat with a setback model.  So I bought a Nest b/c I read about…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Bob Blanchette Aug 17, 2012.

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Changing 80 Percent Furnaces to 90+

Can someone weigh in on what's involved to change out an 80 percent furnace (or worse) to a 90 percent (or better)?  In terms of both work scope AND cost?  Take out the furnace, and what's the cost for all ducting, labor, etc.?  Even a rough number for my reference is fine.Here in Colorado, we have required "hi / low venting" to allow makeup air for <90 percent furnaces.  I know it's important for the furnace to have that, but MAN, I hate 'em.  They always add a significant amount of air…See More
Apr 24
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Eric Kjelshus replied to Melissa Baldridge's discussion Changing 80 Percent Furnaces to 90+
"I am talking about this at ACI next week.  Most furnace I see are over sized by 2-4 times needed.  The 90% to 98% take more air a lot more air.  When I started HVAC we had a temp rise of 90'to105'  now…"
Apr 18
Adam Gloss replied to Melissa Baldridge's discussion Changing 80 Percent Furnaces to 90+
"Melissa, You've gotten some good feedback so far, and can see that there are A LOT of variables involved in answering your question. Unfortunately, even as an HVAC contractor, I can't give you the short answer you are looking for either.…"
Apr 18
Nick Helmholdt replied to Melissa Baldridge's discussion Changing 80 Percent Furnaces to 90+
"I can't speak for Colorado, but in Michigan we see a wide range of prices for a lot of the reasons that Sean Lintow mentioned. From my perspective, we also see a lot of homeowners concerned about indoor air quality and adding 4"…"
Apr 18
Sean Lintow Sr replied to Melissa Baldridge's discussion Changing 80 Percent Furnaces to 90+
"Cost? - throw a dart at a board which you will see why below (not including all the options available for units & price differences from 90% to better)   Involved; Manual J & D - to see if everything is properly sized &…"
Apr 17
Bud Poll replied to Melissa Baldridge's discussion Changing 80 Percent Furnaces to 90+
"Hi Melissa, I'm sure others will weigh in here, but I always find it interesting to test this change with current and improved energy efficiency.  Often the saving for the change is difficult to justify once the home becomes very well…"
Apr 17
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Changing 80 Percent Furnaces to 90+

Can someone weigh in on what's involved to change out an 80 percent furnace (or worse) to a 90 percent (or better)?  In terms of both work scope AND cost?  Take out the furnace, and what's the cost for all ducting, labor, etc.?  Even a rough number for my reference is fine.Here in Colorado, we have required "hi / low venting" to allow makeup air for <90 percent furnaces.  I know it's important for the furnace to have that, but MAN, I hate 'em.  They always add a significant amount of air…See More
Apr 17
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Shade Structures commented on Melissa Baldridge's blog post Housing Bale-Out - Boulder Architect Streamlines Green Building
"I read an article about using solar panels and placing them on window blinds. I think that is a great idea."
Jan 31
Melissa Baldridge commented on Melissa Baldridge's blog post Code Green – Building Code Upgrades in 2012 Sideline Old Homes
"Thanks, Steve. Like they say in journalism class, "Show me - don't tell me. ". ESPECIALLY when it comes to something as dense-o as BUILDING CODES. Yowza! And yes, I hope she'll get a white roof. Though we're working on this…"
Jan 19
Steve Waclo commented on Melissa Baldridge's blog post Code Green – Building Code Upgrades in 2012 Sideline Old Homes
"Melissa, Thanks for making time to write up this very interesting and informative article on the status of energy codes, and how they could have effected Marla's energy costs and comfort in Denver. She must have a fairly sophisticated system…"
Jan 18
Melissa Baldridge replied to Kris Grube's discussion Federal Energy Tax Credit Paperwork?
"Is there any schedule or additional documentation the homeowner has to file?  If so, can someone direct me to that? Thanks."
Jan 13
Melissa Baldridge replied to Barbara Smith's discussion Eliminating Standing Pilot Light Furnaces
"We recently did an audit for a client with this MASSIVE old, asbestos-wrapped boiler.  The client was complaining of $60 and $70 gas bills IN THE SUMMER.  When we got to his house, we figured it out. The boiler had this huge pilot light…"
Dec 6, 2012
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Melissa Baldridge commented on Melissa Baldridge's blog post NEWS RELEASE - Denver Real Estate Company Unveils "Green" Window Stickers for Existing-Home Listings & Pilot Nets Top Dollar
"Tom, thanks for the link.  It's a good one.  We are HERS raters, ENERGY STAR certifiers, LEED-accredited and NAHB National Green Building Standard Verifiers.  We know the value of these certifications and the work involved. …"
Nov 2, 2012
Tom Delconte commented on Melissa Baldridge's blog post NEWS RELEASE - Denver Real Estate Company Unveils "Green" Window Stickers for Existing-Home Listings & Pilot Nets Top Dollar
"Hello Melissa, What am I missing? Certification is the solution to pollution, not dilution {inventing a new real estate "green label" just because you can!}.  Here are the existing…"
Nov 2, 2012

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Posted on November 17, 2012 at 2:29pm — 2 Comments

NEWS RELEASE - Denver Real Estate Company Unveils "Green" Window Stickers for Existing-Home Listings & Pilot Nets Top Dollar

Denver, Nov. 1, 2012:   GreenSpot Real Estate recently launched its “GreenSpot” eco-makeover program for existing-home listings, including a “window sticker” showing the property’s…

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Posted on October 31, 2012 at 6:28pm — 7 Comments

Green Cipherin' - What's Slowing the Mainstreaming of Green Building, and What Homeowners Can Do about It

MLSs (Multiple Listing Services) across the country are unveiling “green-field addenda” (GFAs) and searchable fields to highlight green features.  …

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Posted on April 9, 2012 at 7:00pm — 2 Comments

Big Blue Goes Green - How 203Ks May Be the Future of Green Mortgages

When Sarah Coleman and Carl Sack first saw “Big Blue,” they knew they were home.  The massive house, so named because all the rooms were painted shades of the color, was built in the 1920s on two and a half lots in the Corey-Merrill neighborhood of inner-city Denver.  

 

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At 7:03pm on September 11, 2011, Diane Chojnowski said…

Hi Melissa,

Welcome to Home Energy Pros! Feel free to join the conversation in the Forum and Groups. And share your energy efficiency photos, videos and upcoming events. If you're blogging about home performance, this is the place for you!


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