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
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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
How To Clean The Condensate Line On Your Air Conditioner: Preventive Maintenance
June 26th, 2015 | by Peter Young
Cleaning out your home air conditioner (A/C)’s condensate line can go a long way in making your system more energy [&hellip
How and why to change the direction of your ceiling fans in summer and winter
June 26th, 2015 | by Peter Young
Did you know that your ceiling fans may actually spin in two different directions? It’s true, and it’s not just [&hellip
How To Replace The Wax Ring On Your Toilet
January 20th, 2015 | by Peter Young
A leaking toilet may be one of the last things you think of when it comes to saving water and [&hellip
How To Replace Your Toilet’s Flapper Valve
January 19th, 2015 | by Peter Young
If you’re trying to think of ways to save money and water around your home, try looking in the tank [&hellip
How To Replace A Leaky Supply Line On Your Toilet
December 19th, 2014 | by Peter Young
When it comes to saving water and money around your home, an odd, but important place to look is in [&hellip
Tips On How To Properly Maintain Your Pool’s Heat Pump
December 19th, 2014 | by Peter Young
Are you a homeowner who also happens to have a pool? If so, a great way to save money and [&hellip
How To Clean Gunk out of Your Hot Water Tank using Vinegar
December 18th, 2014 | by Peter Young
A great way to ensure that your home is using energy efficiently is to add vinegar to your hot water tank. Check out this article to learn how and why it helps
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— 4 Tips for Energy Efficiency in the Bathroom
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— Replace the flapper valve on the toilet to eliminate leaks
— How to Install a Toilet tank bag
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— Changing The Sink Aerator
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— How To Install A Shower Flow Valve Adapter
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— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
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— Make Your Computer More Energy Efficient
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