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March 16, 2024March 12, 2024

6 Ways to Quickly Spot an Energy Efficient New House

When you are looking to move or buy a new house, chances are you are being drawn in and seduced by the location, the facade, neighborhood and possibilities. But if you are looking to save money both short and long term it helps to take into account what goes into an energy efficient new house, […]

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March 13, 2024March 12, 2024

5 Important Downsides to Lowering Thermostats in Winter to Consider

When it comes to saving money on energy, the most common reaction is to use less energy. In terms of home heating in colder weather, this means lowering the thermostat. But are there downsides to lowering thermostats temperature in the colder winter months? It turns out there could be. While it might appear true that […]

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adding insulation is one of many home improvement projects that will increase the energy efficiency of your home

September 21, 2011March 10, 2024

10 Best Home Improvement Projects for Improving Energy Efficiency

Your home is your biggest investment. So, investing in it almost always makes sense. What are some of the best home improvement projects for improving the energy efficiency of your home? And which of these can you do yourself? The Best Home Improvement Projects Insulation Upgrades: Adding or improving insulation in your home’s attic, walls, […]

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Prepare for autumn savings on your energy usage using these tips

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September 10, 2011March 10, 2024

Autumn Savings – Lower My Heating Bill

Autumn is almost here, which means for some areas of North America we are heading into another heating season. How can we lower heating bills in autumn and through winter? Let’s get ready for Autumn savings. Heating Bills and Autumn Savings Lowering your heating bill in autumn can be achieved through a combination of energy-efficient […]

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Learn how appliance energy use directly impacts your energy bill.

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September 2, 2011March 10, 2024

Appliance Energy Use – Where Does Your Energy Bill Go Today?

If we can understand appliance energy use, namely how much of our energy bill we are using to power these appliances, we can take steps to reduce our usage and save money. Typical North American Appliance Energy Use In a typical North American home, the following appliances and systems typically consume the most energy. Heating […]

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August 23, 2011March 10, 2024

Save Money on Energy Costs with Energy Star

ENERGY STAR is a voluntary program established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1992 to help businesses and individuals save money on energy costs and protect the environment through energy efficiency. The ENERGY STAR program sets energy efficiency standards and provides certifications for various products, homes, and buildings that meet or exceed these […]

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Practicing mindful cooking combines delicious recipes and meals with lower energy bills.

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August 20, 2011March 10, 2024

Practice Mindful Cooking Now to Cook More Efficiently

What is mindful cooking? It is cooking smarter with what you have. While you might think this belongs more on a cooking site than one dedicated to helping you save money on your utility bills, the two are actually connected. You see when you practice mindful cooking, you are more aware of how you are […]

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High Energy Bills can stress your budget, so let us explore how to reduce them

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August 11, 2011March 10, 2024

High Energy Bills – The #1 Complaint of Homeowners

One of the most common complaints about home energy is high energy bills. Many homeowners find that their energy bills are consistently high, especially during extreme weather conditions (e.g., hot summers or cold winters). High energy bills can result from various factors such as poor insulation, inefficient appliances, air leaks, outdated HVAC systems, or even […]

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Find home energy leaks to lower your energy bills

August 5, 2011March 10, 2024

Detect Home Energy Leaks Using These 10 Methods

Home Energy Leaks are no joke – they waste energy, can be harmful to the environment, and possibly most important to you, they are harmful to your wallet. As you waste energy, you are literraly throwing money away. Nobody wants that. Here are some ways you can spot home energy leaks around your house or […]

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July 22, 2011March 10, 2024

My window AC is rattling the whole window!

Hi, I have a Frigidaire 7000 btu AC unit that rattles the whole window. I know the windows are old and I need new ones, how can i prevent the rattling without replacing the windows? -Frank Hello Frank, Rattling can be caused by two things: the vibration of the mechanical parts inside the unit which […]

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