Energy Saving

These projects and energy saving tips will cut your energy consumption.

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7 Things Solar Panel Companies Don’t Tell You

Installing solar panels in your home can lower your environmental footprint and your monthly bills, but there are also some...


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21 AC Maintenance and Home Cooling Tips

Whether you have a whole-house or one-room air conditioner, don't make it work harder than it should. Follow these tips...


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11 Myths About Saving Energy at Home

Reap the rewards of energy savings by ignoring these myths.


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Choosing Your Best Heating System for the House

Find the best heating system for your home by learning what's available and how they compare.


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What to Know About Energy Star Certification

Chances are, you recognize the Energy Star name and logo. But do you know what it means? We'll look at...


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12 Things Homeowners Should Check in Winter

Be prepared this winter by keeping an eye on these things in your home.


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What’s the Ideal Temperature to Set Your Thermostat in Winter?

Stop the thermostat wars in your home with this definitive look at the optimal temperature to set your thermostat in...


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Is the Pandemic Really to Blame for Your High Utility Bills?

Time at home increased in 2020, and so did the price we pay for utilities. Is this simple cause and...

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Cut Electricity Spending With a Sense Energy Monitor

Electricity bill too high? Afraid your meter is always running? Here's a smart solution for monitoring your consumption.


12 Sneaky Ways Your Home Is Draining Your Bank Account

Since your walls can't talk, we got home pros to suggest the hidden ways your house could be costing you...


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50 Super Simple Ways to Save on Energy Costs

Watch your utility bills drop with these smart (and easy!) energy saving projects you can DIY.


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5 Ways To Save Energy During the Pandemic

Offset some of the extra energy expense you're accruing during the pandemic with these energy-conservation tips.


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7 Best Window Draft Stoppers

With winter right around the corner, learn how window draft stoppers can help keep your home cozy and warm this...


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9 Best Door Draft Stoppers

Keep your toes toasty this winter with door draft stoppers that block frigid air from coming in and heated air...


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8 Best Fireplace Draft Stoppers of 2022

Fireplace draft stoppers come in many forms, but they all have one thing in common: They keep your home warm...


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When and Where to Use Draft Stoppers

Keep winter's icy cold winds at bay with ready-made or do-it-yourself draft stoppers.


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What to Know About Thermal Drapes

When it's time to winterize your home, thermal drapes are a cost- and energy-efficient way to take off the chill.

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Landscaping With Windbreaks Can Save Energy AND Money

This is how your trees and shrubs outside can keep your house warmer inside.


How Much Electricity Different Items in Your House Use

Ever wondered why people go nuts for LED lights? Learn how much electricity items in your home use.


Are PV Panels Right For Your Roof?

Photovoltaic solar panels are getting cheaper and more efficient, but they're still not for everyone. These questions will help you...


8 Kirkland Items You Probably Shouldn’t Be Buying at Costco

You'll probably find better deals on paper products elsewhere.


6 Best RV Solar Panels and Kits

Silent and fume-free electric power for your RV is what solar panel kits deliver. Check out these six top models...


10 Ways to Insulate Your Home Without Opening Up Walls

Don't live in an under-insulted home just because you don't want to destroy your walls.

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10 Simple Ways to Stay Warm This Winter and Lower Utility Bills

The weather outside is frightful, but it doesn't need to feel that way indoors. These fixes help keep the cold...


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5 Most Common Heating Problems

Don't be left out in the cold. Learn more about common heating problems, what causes them, and some solutions here.


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Here’s What Really Happens to Recycled Plastic

This is what happens to plastic from the moment you toss it into the recycling bin to when its materials...


How to Install a Thermostat in 3 Steps

Save money on your energy bill


CFL Bulbs: Here’s What You Need to Know

10 common questions, 10 commonsense answers