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Description

For all households, HEATING reports the type of heating system in the household. Options include steam or hot water system, central warm air furnace; built-in electrical units; floor, wall, or pipeless furnace; circulating, radiant, or room heaters with flue or vent, burning gas, oil, or kerosene; circulating, radiant, or room heaters without flue or vent, burning gas, oil, or kerosene; fireplaces or stoves burning coal, wood, or coke; portable room heaters; and other systems not listed.

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Universe

  • 1970: All households.

Availability

  • 1970

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