Like shopping for tire chains during a blizzard, you dont want to find yourself desperately searching for air conditioning after the spring and summer heat have already hit. Start early and you will have time to fully research cooling options, review the needs of your home, and price shop both brands and local heating/cooling contractors. […]
Read MoreMost of us spend the coldest months focusing on ways to keep our homes warm and cozy. Strange as it may sound, winter can actually provide the perfect opportunity to add air conditioning to your home (or to replace an aging cooling system). By bucking conventional wisdom you should be able to save money while […]
Read MoreThat little box on the wall can be a tool for big energy savings. You can save up to 3 percent for every one degree that you lower the temperature in your home over a 24-hour period in winter. You can also save up to 10% annually in your heating and cooling bills by adjusting […]
Read MoreDespite their undeniable aesthetic appeal, fireplaces are not desirable in terms of energy efficiency. Only about ten percent of the woods energy is transferred to the room as heat, the rest escapes up the chimney. When in use, the fireplace also pulls cold air into your home through cracks and leaks, and when not in […]
Read MoreProperly insulating your home is one of the most cost-effective ways to cut down on your energy loss. Improving the insulation in your home can cut your heating and cooling costs by as much as 30%, and will create a more uniform, comfortable temperature in your home. Better insulation will also help decrease outdoor noise. […]
Read MoreOne of the most important systems in your home may be quietly wasting your energy dollars. Often overlooked, typical duct systems lose 25-40% of the heating or cooling energy put out by the central furnace, heat pump, or air conditioner. Common duct system problems include: Leaky joints or visible holes in the duct surface Disconnected […]
Read MoreRegardless of what the weather brings this winter, heating your home efficiently is probably something on your mind. Keeping your home a comfortable temperature when the weather turns bad doesnt have to be a financial drain. Here are some places to start: Stopping Air Leaks The first step to making your home more heat efficient […]
Read MoreWhat Aspects of the Original Credit Remain? Up to $8,000 Credit for New Buyers: First-time home buyers remain eligible for a credit of as much as 10% of the purchase price of a new principal residence, up to a maximum $8,000. “First-time” is still defined as buyers who haven’t owned a principal residence for a […]
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