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Sly · 02-25-2007, 04:16 PM

I'm assuming Canada has an energy department. You may want to see if they have any special grants or loans out. If a loan will let you swing under $50, it may be worth doing.

I really wouldn't do it unless the new unit would make your house more comfortable as well. Example: I would like to add insulation and new windows to my house. I don't think the savings will counter the expense, but it would make the house much more comfortable.

Regarding the environment, yes its true we should try to do what we can, but we also have to be realistic. One person spending $8k for a new unit is not going to make much of a difference. In 10 years, when the standard unit is much more energy efficient and cost efficient, then an actual difference would be made.

Very few people ride a bike instead of driving just to "save the environment". It just isn't practical.

02-25-2007, 04:16 PM
Sly Let's do some business! Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 31,359	I'm assuming Canada has an energy department. You may want to see if they have any special grants or loans out. If a loan will let you swing under $50, it may be worth doing. I really wouldn't do it unless the new unit would make your house more comfortable as well. Example: I would like to add insulation and new windows to my house. I don't think the savings will counter the expense, but it would make the house much more comfortable. Regarding the environment, yes its true we should try to do what we can, but we also have to be realistic. One person spending $8k for a new unit is not going to make much of a difference. In 10 years, when the standard unit is much more energy efficient and cost efficient, then an actual difference would be made. Very few people ride a bike instead of driving just to "save the environment". It just isn't practical. __________________ Vacares - Web Hosting, Domains, O365, Security & More - Paxum and BTC Accepted Windows VPS now available Great for TSS, Nifty Stats, remote work, virtual assistants, etc. Click here for more details.