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(ARA) – Winter is here and you’ve probably noticed a slow – or maybe not so slow – rise in your heating bills. Wouldn’t it be great to take a big chunk out of your energy costs not only this winter, but for all the winters to come? In fact, many of the things you do to improve energy efficiency... 

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... 

(ARA) – Now that winter has arrived, it’s important to take these four steps to improve your home’s energy efficiency – they’ll save you money and keep you warm, all season long. Insulate When the temperature drops, we often grab a blanket to help stay warm. Adding insulation to your home is like... 

(ARA) – Each fall, the temperatures begin to drop and heating bills begin to rise, causing many homeowners to tighten their budgets. What many people do not realize is there are cost-effective ways of preparing a home for the winter, which will save money in the long run. Autumn is a great time to begin projects that... 

(ARA) – With the winter weather slowly creeping in, it’s time to get your house ready for snow, wind, ice, freezing rain and all the other potential bad weather that can cause damage to your property. Don’t wait until the first frost or snowfall to prepare your house for winter. One night with no heat or frozen...