How were homes heated in the 1960s?
How were homes heated in the 1960s? For whatever reason — utility and industry promotions, consumer preference, technological and/or economic restrictions — by the late 1960s, gas heating had a leg up over electric and oil heating. Gas utilities promoted their systems throughout the year, summer and winter. How can I tell what kind of heating system I have? The best way is to check your outside system; there is usually a label that specifies if it is a heat pump or an air conditioner. If no such designation exists, Google the model number and brand name. You can also...