DIY Central Heating project
For the person who wishes to install central heating as a do-it-yourself
project, there are many web sites devoted to teaching people how to install just
about any type of home heating and air conditioning system.
From colored floor diagrams, to help lines that will walk people through the
steps needed to install central heating, people will be able to save
money by not hiring a contractor or HVAC person for their home.
A word of caution, though. Be sure to seek the help of your heating or
air-conditioning equipment supplier to determine the heating or cooling
requirements for your home. Installing equipment that may have too much, or even
not enough capacity would wipe out most of the savings that might result from
your do it yourself effort.
Ordering parts and materials for a central heating project is also easy.
Many web sites, and local equipment suppliers have kits that already include all
the parts needed to install most heating systems. Extra tools and painting
materials will have to be supplied by the homeowner. Web sites that offer these
products also offer diagrams and other references to use when buying a kit.
Materials may also be purchased separately.
For those who will be using an installation contractor for their central heating
project, ordering the materials and having them ready for the contractor will
save money.
Having a friend or family member who has installed central heating before
will be a big help. If this is the first time that a person will be working on a
project like this, it is best to have someone who can help direct where to put
equipment and how to install vents and other items that allow heat to travel
through a home. Beware that vents must conform with local building codes.
A diy central heating project will save money as long as there is someone
who will be able to instruct those who do not know much about HVAC where
to drill and where to install the equipment. Mistakes could end up costing a lot
more money than originally intended.