The former New Englanders were no strangers to hydronics, so they quickly settled on a blend of hydronic and electric radiant heating.
“Together, we decided to break the home into nine separate heating zones,” said Vince Youndt, president, Vertex Mechanical Inc., Stevens, Pa. “The many system zones would give Douglas and Kathleen great control over how the heat's applied. For instance, they both like a warm kitchen, and a cool bedroom. Yet, guests might like warmer sleeping conditions. We could do it all with radiant.”