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CUT ENERGY COSTS AROUND THE HOME
Construction How-To, Energy Efficiency
By Matt Weber Having moved my family into a larger house, one of my first concerns was: How much will my utility bills increase to heat/cool the extra square footage? I’m the dad after all, so it’s my job to follow my kids around and turn off all the light switches they leave on. “Close the door! Are you trying […]
Six Simple Ways to Save Energy
Construction How-To, Electrical, Energy Efficiency
Do Your Part (the Lazy Way)
The War on Winter
Construction How-To, Energy Efficiency, Home Improvement Products
By Tom Matthews When the temperature drops and cold weather rolls in, it’s time to prepare your home for winter inside and out. Sealing off air leaks and installing adequate insulation are two of the most effective ways to save energy, Search for Leaks Whether through walls, floors, the ceiling or ductwork, air […]
Bottom-to-Top Energy Tips for the Home
Construction How-To, Energy Efficiency, Garages, Latest Home Improvement Products, walls
The 25th anniversary of Energy Awareness Month in October serves as an ideal time for builders and home buyers to pay special attention to the construction of new homes. Originally designated by President George Bush in 1991, Energy Awareness Month spotlights how specifying energy-efficient products when a home is built can help homeowners save […]
Energy-Efficiency Tips for the Home
Caulk/Sealant Products, Energy Efficiency, Insulation and Energy Conservation
Save Energy, Save Money By Tom Matthews
Zone Heating for the Home
Alternative Heating, Construction How-To, Energy Efficiency
Get in the Zone By Matt Weber
Can I heat my house with a water heater? Or should I use a boiler?
Air Conditioner, Alternative Heating, Alternative Methods of Heating, Energy Efficiency, Flooring Installation, Floors, PEX, Plumbing - Directory, Radiant Heat
by Brian Whitehurst of Pexheat.com We at Pexheat.com get asked this question a lot. I would like to take this chance to outline some of the important details worth considering when selecting a heat plant for your home, shop or business. After looking at these 4 points you should be able to determine if a water heater is applicable to […]
(Not) A Lot of Hot Air
Construction How-To, Energy Efficiency, HVAC
By Mark Clement How many of us really think about our HVAC system and its optimum performance? I mean really think about it. Sure, we change the filters, although not as often as we should, but as long as the air comes out, we’re comfy, and the utility bill is less than outrageous, then we focus on our crown molding, […]
Solar Kit
Modern technology delivers convenience our ancestors couldn’t dream about. Of course, everything has a downside, and the main technology downside is energy consumption. We use a lot of energy, all the time, and at an ever increasing rate. This paradigm combined with massive industrialization in the developing world translates into […]
Weather-Ready Windows
Construction How-To, Energy Efficiency, Waterproofing, Windows & Doors
In this two-phase project old windows are upgraded with energy-efficient vinyl replacements, plus the surrounding wood trim is protected with aluminum wrap. By Matt Weber