Whatever you end up choosing for your heater, try to cut waste: Proper insulation, caulking, and duct sealing can work wonders. Turn the thermostat down to 55 or 60 degrees when you're away or sleeping,

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J.S. McDougall is the head blogger at Chelsea Green. The full version of this article first appeared there. Research from The National Energy Assist...