Smart, simple and wallet-friendly weatherization tips
(ARA) – Getting ready for the coldest months of the year means a lot of things. You need to get warm clothes out of storage, decorate for the holidays and, of course, make sure your house keeps out drafts that can make you shiver and drive up utility bills. While it might seem like a lot to take on, prepping your home...
Saving energy in your home may be easier than you think
(ARA) – It’s amazing what we can do to our homes today to make them more energy efficient, from green roofs to geothermal heating. While some new homes are built with green in mind, you can also make your existing home more environmentally friendly while also saving some cash. Whether you are looking to conserve...
How to cut home heating costs this winter
(ARA) – Some savvy homeowners are having their cake and eating it too when it comes to energy-efficient home heating. Imagine cutting your heating bills, while boosting your home’s comfort. Sound too good to be true? Not for the thousands of homeowners who are using radiant floor heating, one of the oldest and most...
Save energy and keep the air inside your house cleaner this winter
(ARA) – When the temperatures plummet, you shut the windows, flip the air switch to heat and plug any leak you can find in an effort to keep your house warm. But what you’re also doing is sealing the air inside your house. While a good tight seal is very important to staying warm and keeping your energy bill in check,...
Save money, energy this winter with vent-free gas products
(ARA) – As winter approaches and you reach for the thermostat, you might be thinking of ways to save money and energy. Installing an environmentally friendly vent-free gas product could do both. Vent-free gas appliances – such as wall heaters, logs, stoves, inserts, and fireplaces – are modern, cost-effective,...
Find, fix and forget – simple steps to weatherize your home this winter
(ARA) – The weather outside is about to get frigid and frightful, but inside, many homeowners can still enjoy the comfort and coziness of warmth … if they don’t have to worry about cold air drafts and leaks causing the temperature inside to plummet like the climate outside. Luckily, for many homeowners, problem...
Alternative Electricity for Home
The electricity prices are increasing day by day and many people are searching for ways to reduce their expenses. One alternative electricity source for home system that many people are turning to is solar and wind power. Both of these are exceptional solutions for saving money, but they also are safe and environmentally sound. Unfortunately...
Choosing the best water heater for your lifestyle
(ARA) – When ranking household appliances that consume the most energy, no one is surprised to see heating and air conditioning units at the top of the list. On the other hand, many people are surprised to learn that their water heater ranks at No. 2. “Monthly energy costs have become an important factor in the...
Have a warmer winter with more money in your wallet
Have a warmer winter with more money in your wallet (ARA) – Winter’s chill is supposed to take place outdoors, but too often drafty attics, fireplaces, windows and open vents let cold air into your home. This wastes energy and can cost you big money in higher energy bills. Drafts, such as those around doors, windows...
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