Have you ever gone to pay your gas bill online, hoping for a pleasant surprise, only to be met with a number that makes your jaw drop? We’ve all been there. It’s like expecting a gentle tap on the shoulder and getting a pie in the face instead. But why does this happen? Why does…
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Sep
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On average, the cost to build an A-Frame house is $100 – $200 per square foot. Which means you can expect to pay between $100,000 and $200,000 to build a basic 1000 square foot A-Frame home. This total is excluding additional costs like land, permits, and fees. Keep in mind, the above cost averages are…
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You’ve landed here because, like many, you want to know how to soundproof a wall, be it for privacy, peace, or simply enhancing your living environment. The constant noise from your kid’s drums, the noisy street, the neighbor’s loud music, or even the distant hum of city life can disrupt your peace and tranquility at…
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The A-frame home is an architectural style that is fast gaining a resurgence in today’s construction industry. What was once popular only in lodge cabins and vacation homes, many homeowners – notably among first-time home buyers – are choosing this home architectural style. The popularity of the A-frame kit home could be fueled by the…
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Mobile home skirting is an essential component for every mobile home, as it enhances the home’s curb appeal and provides a strong barrier that plays a vital role in the heating and cooling system. This exterior element serves various functions, such as protecting the home’s underside from weather elements and pests, improving energy efficiency, and…
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A crawl space is the area of your home located between the ground and the first floor. Many homes have crawl spaces, which can be a great way to access plumbing or electrical systems for repairs. According to Christine Kingsley at the Lung Institute, crawl spaces can also be a source of moisture and mold,…
The crawl space underneath your home’s flooring allows heat to escape easily via the floors, affecting your home’s energy efficiency. Numerous homeowners opt to insulate their foundations to cut their energy bills and keep their cooling and heating systems from working excessively.
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How would you like to earn $10,000 per month (or more) from home? If you want to get started with owning a solar business, then read on. Solar energy has become very popular over the last decade. The cost of solar panels continues to drop, and they are becoming more affordable every day. In fact,…
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When it comes to getting the right solar panel for your boat, there’ll be a few things that you’ll be looking for. The first thing is size. You want something that will fit on your boat and not take up too much space. The second thing is weight. If you’re going to be using this…
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You probably know 101 things about Apple and its products, but did you know that it was ranked number eight in the Top 10 Greenest Companies in the United States for 2017(1)? This achievement is an impressive feat considering there are over eight million registered businesses in America, and only seven are considered more environmentally…
Yes, cooling an attic helps mainly in three areas. Cooling a hot attic can help you feel more comfortable during the summer months during use, help protect your home’s structure from future damages, and increase your home’s overall energy efficiency.
The most efficient way to heat a pool is using a solar cover, in combination with an energy-efficient gas, heat pump, or solar pool heater. Energy.gov states: “You can improve your swimming pool’s heating and energy efficiency by installing an energy efficient pool heater [gas, heat pump, or solar] and taking the steps to reduce…
The type of inverter that you need to run your tv depends on the amount of energy efficiency that you’re looking for. A pure sine wave inverter works essentially like your typical wall outlet, and has a smaller chance of damaging your equipment. A modified sine wave inverter simulates a pure AC sine wave, but…
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Feb
Feb
If you’re looking for information on smart grid standards, this Smart Grid Interoperability Panel (SGIP) guide by Green Building Elements is a perfect place to start. SGIP is a public-private partnership created to develop and promote voluntary consensus standards for the smart grid. What Is the Smart Grid Interoperability Panel? The Smart Grid Interoperability Panel…
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Feb
Feb
What Is a Tesla Solar Roof? Tesla’s Solar Roof has taken solar panels, the popular alternative energy provider, and specially crafted them to work as an effective roofing material. To better understand, we start with the solar-energy aspect. Solar panel systems are often referred to as Photovoltaic (PV) systems. The technology utilizes sunlight, but not…
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Feb
Feb
Solar panels are great. It is an incredibly cost-effective and environmentally friendly way of powering your home. There are many advantages to these products, hence why they are increasing in popularity. If you are thinking of getting solar panels, you may be wondering whether they can increase the value of the home. You may be…
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Feb
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Renewable energy is the way of the future, and it is becoming more accessible every day. Advancements in technology have made solar panels much cheaper than they were 10 years ago, and there are now several companies across the US that will install solar systems in your home. Putting solar panels on your roof still…
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Feb
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Air conditioner units and systems are among the biggest power users in your entire home. If you are trying to offset your energy consumption…