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Warm up to light commercial: contractors who expand their radiant knowledge now will be in a...

By Beets, Lisa Murton
Publication: Contractor
Date: Thursday, November 1 2001

What makes sense for providing comfort and a wide array of other benefits in homes often makes sense for many commercial buildings as well. A radiant heating system can keep temperatures even in buildings, lead to energy savings, and help enhance the image of a business or organization.

Other benefits include quiet operation, fuel choice flexibility, reliability and the opportunity to add on features such as snow-melting systems. Also, because no heat is blowing through ductwork, the air stays cleaner.

What kind of commercial owners are seeking out radiant

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