How To Insulate Your Attic Duct System Step by Step (with Video Instructions)
October 27th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
As winter nears, many will begin to activate their home heating system to keep the house warm in the blustery [&hellip
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How to Clean a Dryer Lint Vent Using the LintEater
October 7th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
You know the lint that builds up inside the lint trap every time you run a dryer load? Well, that [&hellip
DIY Tips: Repurposing Green Materials & What You Might Not Want To Reuse
August 14th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
If you remember the last time you were around any kind of construction or demolition activity taking place, you might [&hellip
Maintenance Tips: Installing Foam Gaskets to Insulate Your Electrical Outlets
July 21st, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Electrical outlets are usually one of the last items in a house to be insulated with foam gaskets. Does this [&hellip
Maintenance Tips: Changing The Sink Aerator
July 16th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
It is sometimes necessary to change out the sink aerator in the kitchen or bathroom to ensure a steady water [&hellip
Maintenance Tips: Keeping A Tankless Water Heater Efficient
July 8th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
A little knowledge goes a long way when it comes to keeping your tankless water heater efficient. Matt Risinger, owner [&hellip
Furnace filter options: best choices for health and efficiency
June 30th, 2015 | by Peter Young
A great way to ensure that your home is using energy efficiently is to regularly change and monitor your furnace [&hellip
Optimizing your radiator for efficiency: how to bleed the line
June 30th, 2015 | by Peter Young
A great way to ensure that your home is using energy efficiently is to periodically perform a little maintenance on [&hellip
How to clean the burn sensor on your furnace
June 29th, 2015 | by Peter Young
Regularly cleaning the burn sensor (aka flame rod) on your home’s furnace is a great way to ensure that it’s [&hellip
How to dust and clean your furnace motor for optimum energy efficiency
June 29th, 2015 | by Peter Young
Keeping the motor on your furnace clean and free of dust or debris is a great way to ensure it’s [&hellip
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