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
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Greening teachers’ and organic farmers’ homes for free: home efficiency for everyone
November 26th, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
Teachers provide incredible services to the community. The work is tough, the kids can be little pieces of s**t sometimes, [&hellip
Choosing The Right Windows For Your Home
January 3rd, 2019 | by Sponsored Content
When it’s time to upgrade your home’s windows, you need to consider what type are right for you carefully. Before you buy, then, ask yourself these four questions – they’ll help guide you to the perfect windows for your home, and your budget
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
5 Sustainable Lifestyle Resolutions for 2017
December 30th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Choose to make 2017 your greenest year yet! These five simple sustainable lifestyle resolutions will have you taking climate action into your hands and making greener choices for our planet.
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
Energy Saving Tips for Washing Machines & Dryers
July 7th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
These energy saving tips for washing machines and dryers will have you saving money (and saving the planet) in no time!
How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
June 14th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
There are a few things that you can count on to keep you cool during the summer (and warm during [&hellip
Solar Panel System Operation Maintenance: 5 Low Cost Ways To Keep Your Home’s PV System Optimized and Running Efficiently
March 31st, 2015 | by Sponsored Content
Just like the car that's parked in your driveway, your solar panels will need periodic maintenance to keep them operating efficiently and at peak performance
How You Can Save Money By Cleaning Your Home Appliances
February 24th, 2015 | by Sponsored Content
When you sit down and think about your dream kitchen/home what do you see? I think it's safe to assume for many people they envision having every home appliance known to man.
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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