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Heating

January 28, 2009March 10, 2024

Obama says energy prices will rise…again?

Its no surprise to people who watch home energy closely that energy prices are likely to rise soon. As quoted from Reuters: “(Obama) believes that the price of oil and the price of energy is not likely to stay at the level it is now…” (Source: http://uk.reuters.com/article/oilRpt/idUKWAT01085420090126) Of course, this is interesting on several levels. […]

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Uncategorized

January 28, 2009March 10, 2024

Announcing enhanced RSS feeds

If you’re into RSS feeds, which provide the latest news and tips to your RSS reader, then you’ll welcome this news. I’m very pleased to announce topic and tag sensitive RSS feeds. If you find a particular topic or tag interesting, you can easily subscribe to it by clicking the large “subscribe” graphic on the […]

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Home Energy Tips

January 28, 2009March 10, 2024

Problems paying your bill? There’s always budget payments

Its happened to everyone. A few months out of the year, you either slip up and use too much energy, or need to use more energy out of necessity. Winter months in a cold climate, or the summer months in warmer climates are the classic examples. Budget payments offered by the utility companies give you […]

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Heating

January 27, 2009March 10, 2024

Energy problem – no snow on roof

Q: I was walking around my neighborhood today and saw that my roof barely had any snow on it, but my neighbor’s houses did. I think we have the same roofs. Is this a problem? Probably. If you don’t have snow on your roof, this points to an energy leak through your attic to the […]

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January 27, 2009March 10, 2024

Home Energy Experiment 1: Which cooks more efficiently, a microwave or gas range?

There is a debate in the home energy community over what to do if given the choice between using a microwave oven to cook versus a gas powered range. My obvious advice is this: it really depends on what is being cooked and how much is being prepared. All meals are not created equally.

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Home Energy Tips

January 27, 2009March 10, 2024

Saving money on energy in 3 easy steps

With harsh economic times upon us, smart homeowners and even renters are turning to their energy bills as a source of potential savings. Let’s look at 3 dirt simple tips (or steps) that are proven to save money on energy. Turn down the thermostat in the winter. Chances are you’ve heard this tip before. Turning […]

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Do It Yourself Projects

January 27, 2009March 10, 2024

Now is the time to re-assess your energy usage

The holidays are over, and hopefully they have been good to you. Chances are you received some new gadgets, maybe bought a new one or two, or are planning on improvements with your tax refund. Now is the time to take stock of your energy usage in your home. Yes, today is time for another […]

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Electric

January 27, 2009March 10, 2024

Where you can’t use CFLs (Compact Fluorescent Bulbs)

Once you use CFL’s – you’ll be hooked. They look almost the same as normal bulbs (if you get the right ones) and use 75% less energy. They they have their limitations that you should be aware of. That said, there are some place you should never place CFL’s. Rooms that have high humidity where […]

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Home Energy Tips

January 27, 2009March 10, 2024

Buying an energy smart house? Here’s what you need to know

Right now, it’s a real buyer’s market out there. Interest rates are very low (if you can get approved) and real estate prices are plummeting. New home construction and remodeling have stopped. And the economy is still trying to shake off the cold, so to speak. So, ideally, if you are looking for a new […]

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January 26, 2009March 10, 2024

How the credit crunch will affect your energy bills (and what you can do about it)

A general question that gets asked more often than you think is “because of the recent crappy credit market (and weak economic climate) what will happen to my energy bills? Will they increase?” The answer, unfortunately, is a sound “I don’t know.” Givent he current market conditions, and weak economic forecast with signs of continued […]

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Obama says energy prices will rise…again?

Announcing enhanced RSS feeds

Problems paying your bill? There’s always budget payments

Energy problem – no snow on roof

Home Energy Experiment 1: Which cooks more efficiently, a microwave or gas range?

Saving money on energy in 3 easy steps

Now is the time to re-assess your energy usage

Where you can’t use CFLs (Compact Fluorescent Bulbs)

Buying an energy smart house? Here’s what you need to know

How the credit crunch will affect your energy bills (and what you can do about it)