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  • Why Radiant Heating is a Home Luxury You Shouldn’t Do Without

    Many Connecticut homeowners have discovered the benefits of installing radiant heating systems in their homes. Radiant heating systems integrate a series of pipes or wires beneath the floor that create a warm, comfortable home environment. Imagine stepping out of bed on a cold Connecticut morning and being greeted by a subtle warmth emanating from the floor. Sounds fantastic, doesn’t it?

    Radiant heating has a variety of benefits, including:

      • Efficiency A radiant heating system delivers heat directly to where you need it. It is far more efficient than forced air systems and HVAC designs that primarily utilize ductwork because it eliminates wasted hot air.

      • Consistency The heat generated by radiant flooring is considered “everywhere” heat because it warms a house consistently and avoids intermittent blasting of heat. This provides greater home comfort regardless of the weather.


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        • Cost-effective A radiant heating system’s excellent conductivity makes it highly cost effective. Many homeowners have experienced reduced home heating costs after installing a radiant heating system.

    If you are interested in learning more about how to winterize a home in Connecticut contact our team at Country Club Homes. We are committed to designing custom homes that meet all of our clients’ needs.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Being Prepared: Are Your Home and Family Ready for a Super Storm?

    Summer brings with it long days, vacations, ice cream cones… and storms.  Summer thunderstorms are common this time of year, and most of them are nothing to worry about.  However, summer is also hurricane season and, as we learned last year, the northeastern coast is not immune to the damaging effects of these super storms….

  • Remodeling Ideas That’ll Make Your Home Feel Bigger

    Gaining more living space in your home is not always about increasing the actual square-footage. Often times, remodeling a room so that it can serve double duty can effectively make your home seem a lot bigger and more functional. Here are some suggestions for remodeling your home to appear larger without actually adding on to…

  • The Benefits of a New Custom Home vs an Existing Home

    When searching for a new home, one of the earliest questions you need to answer is whether you want to buy an existing home or build a custom home.  Both have their benefits, but in many cases the benefits of custom building outweigh those of buying an existing home. When you search for existing homes,…

  • Has Marble in the Home Lost Its Luster?

    The use of marble in the home is a centuries old tradition. It’s beauty in the kitchen, bathroom and as floors or walls cannot be denied. But times do change. Once a sign of affluence, the allure of this natural stone has decreased dramatically as it has found its way into a high percentage of…