“I wanted to renovate my home in such a way that I could live in what looks like and is an old home, but still enjoy many of the conveniences of a new home,” says homeowner David Craig who set this goal when renovations began on the 1830s home he purchased in 1972. Today, the list of modern conveniences that helped Craig achieve his goal includes a geothermal heating and cooling system, which provides year-round comfort throughout the 4,700 square- foot home without detracting from the charm of the 19th century structure. When Craig and his wife, Cheryl, bought the property in Acton, Ind., an oil burner provided heat to the house. Before that, coal and five fireplaces kept the home’s occupants warm during Indiana winters. As Craig A PUBLICATION OF WATERFURNACE INTERNATI

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