Monthly Archives: January 2012

Air Leak Problems Only The Pros Should Address

Once you’ve decided that you want to upgrade your attic’s insulation, you’ll first want to do a thorough look-over of the area. During this inspection, you’ll want to check for

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Optimize Programmable Thermostat Settings For Results

If you’ve recently installed a programmable thermostat, you have the opportunity to save a significant amount of money every year if you use it correctly. Here is a brief guide

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Set Your Whole-House Humidification System To Boost Energy Savings During Cooler Temperatures

Having the proper humidity level in your home is important for several reasons, one of which is reduced energy costs for heating your home this winter. How does using a

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With A Solar Water Heater, Let The Sun Heat Your Home’s Water

Solar-powered water heating is an efficient and cost effective alternative to traditional home water heating systems. Costs for regular water heaters can account for a high percentage of your monthly

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Hybrid Heating Systems: Why Grand Traverse Area Homeowners Should Consider Them

Choosing a new or replacement heating system for your home brings with it inevitable questions of efficiency and reliability. If you’ve always used a heat pump or an electric or

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Reduce Heating Load Factors Before An HVAC Retrofit Or Replacement

If you’re replacing your furnace or upgrading it through some sort of retrofit, you can ease the burden of cost by making sure your heating load is minimized. This refers

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3 Home Heating Systems Combine To Produce Energy Savings

If you understand the basics behind how home heating systems work, you will better be able to implement strategies that will help you save on your utility bills. Without diving

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What You Should Know Before You Purchase A Tankless Water Heater

Replacing your existing water heating system with a tankless water heater is a fuel-efficient and cost effective choice. Tankless water heaters, also called demand or instantaneous water heaters, heat water

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If You Know How To Properly Use Your Garbage Disposal, You’ll Avoid Plumbing Problems

At first glance, your garbage disposal seems like a robust piece of kitchen equipment designed for one thing: grinding up garbage and other waste and sending it down the drainpipes.

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