Upgrading a water heater: to go solar, heat pump, or tankless?
March 25th, 2021 | by Scott Cooney
The water heater is one of the bigger users of energy in the home, making that old heater you’ve got [&hellip
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New Home Efficiency resource launched
October 21st, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
In collaboration with CleanTechnica, HomeEfficiency.com has launched a new resource for homeowners and renters to create a better utility bill [&hellip
Save money and the planet with this awesome sink cleaner: kitchen sink high efficiency swivel saves water and energy
August 4th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
Our company, Pono Home, has been retrofitting homes with energy and water efficiency upgrades for six years now (more than [&hellip
Thermostatic flow valves – energy savings, pros and cons, and installation
August 4th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
You know the feeling – you turn the shower on, stand there for a while with water running over your [&hellip
Window tinting for keeping cool and saving energy
July 15th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
Record breaking heat waves have a way of focusing us on staying cool inside our homes and offices. Doing so [&hellip
Holiday Energy-Saving Tips
December 4th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
The holidays are almost here, and can be both a joyous and financially stressful time. With cooler weather, more time [&hellip
Oven Leaking Hot Air? Here’s how to Fix an Oven Seal
July 7th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Ensuring that your oven is sealed properly makes better baked goods and improves efficiency. Here's how you can easily and quickly fix an oven seal
Insulating older windows without replacing them: cost effective Window Inserts product review
April 8th, 2017 | by Scott Cooney
Window inserts are a cost effective way to insulate your house. This review shares before and after thermal images, and a personal review of window inserts in the home.
What is the Payback Period for a Refrigerator?
August 26th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
We know that there are some inefficient things in our home that might need replacing, but there's always that question about whether it's worth the cost. Here's how to calculate the payback period for a refrigerator to see if it's worth it to switch.
Hybrid T8 LED Tube Plug and Play Lights: Are They the Best Fluorescent Replacements?
January 13th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Plug-and-play technology is not limited to websites or apps. Now, you can get plug-and-play LED tube lights that are as [&hellip
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Efficiency Resources
Lighting
— How to Use a Light Meter to Set Appropriate Light Levels
— T8 Plug-And-Play LED Linear Bulb Options
— LED vs. CFL vs. Incandescent light bulbs
— True Cost of LEDs
— Outdoor lighting Options
Kitchen Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for the Kitchen
— How to Install a high-efficiency cache aerator
— How to Clean Your Refrigerators Condenser Coils Or Fan
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy efficiency tips for the refrigerator and freezer
— Installing a High Efficiency Faucet Aerator
— 9 Energy Saving Tips For Efficient Cooking
— Refrigerator and freezer Temperatures: Find the ideal temperatures and humidities for efficient operation
— 5 Natural Remedies for Deodorizing a Refrigerator
— Natural Cleaning RecipesBathroom Efficiency
— 4 Tips for Energy Efficiency in the Bathroom
— How To Install A Water Efficient Shower Head
— Test The Flow Rate Of Your Kitchen Or Bathroom Faucets
— Replace the Wax ring on the toilet
— Replace the flapper valve on the toilet to eliminate leaks
— How to Install a Toilet tank bag
— Install high Efficiency Shower heads
— Changing The Sink Aerator
— Check the toilet for water leaks
— How To Install A Shower Flow Valve Adapter
— Green Product Review: 1.0 gallon per minute faucet aerator from Niagara ConservationHVAC Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for Window AC units
— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
— Efficient furnace filters
— How To Insulate Your Attic Duct System Step by Step
— How to Insulate Your Electrical Outlets
— Weatherstripping 101
— How To Install A Filter Whistle On Your A/C Unit
— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
Laundry & Appliance Efficiency
— Make Your Computer More Energy Efficient
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy Saving Tips for Washing Machines & Dryers
— How You Can Save Money By Cleaning Your Home Appliances
— How To Clean Your Dryer’s Lint Trap, Screen And Vent
— How to clean a lint vent using the LintEaterYard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems