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Your Refrigerator’s Energy Consumption

Anna — Wed, 05 May 2010 00:32:08 +0000

When shopping for an appliance such as a refrigerator, you’ll see that it has an Energy Guide label, so you can know the amount of electricity it would consume, by looking at the kilowatt-hours. The lower the kWh indicated on the label, the less it will add to your utility bill. In addition to looking [...]

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Shopping for Your Home’s Major Appliances

Anna — Wed, 05 May 2010 00:28:51 +0000

Here are some things you should consider when shopping for the appliances that are essential in your home. This can help you to determine the efficiency of the appliances and how to save on your utility bill each month. Appliances Using Oil or Natural Gas Systems Make sure the appliance has an Energy Guide label [...]

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Saving Energy When Using Home Electronics

Anna — Wed, 05 May 2010 00:26:53 +0000

As of the year 2000, there were over four million people working at home in the United States. Having this kind of work setup saves both employer and employee a lot of expense. However, it does add to your home’s monthly utility bills. You may consume too much electricity using various types of equipment for [...]

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Your Home’s Windows

Anna — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:26:52 +0000

One of the best ways to add aesthetic value to your home is by installing windows. As a matter of fact, whether your home is being viewed from the inside or the outside, windows can be the main asset of your home’s overall architecture. But in addition to providing aesthetic value, windows also have other [...]

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Window Tips

Anna — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:23:39 +0000

Your windows help shield you from the sun and protect you from cold weather as well. However, without taking the proper measures, your windows may also be a great source of air loss resulting in higher energy consumption and a more costly utility bill. Here are some tips you can follow to help get the [...]

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Lighting

Anna — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:20:26 +0000

In the average home, about 10% of your energy bill is due to your lighting. If you change the lighting in your home for the better, the chances are good that you’ll lessen your energy consumption. By using the lighting technologies of today, you can lessen the use of energy due to lighting by as [...]

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Tips for Your Indoor and Outdoor Lighting

Anna — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:17:35 +0000

Using indoor and outdoor lights gives your home that much-needed glow. But having lighting does not have to be too expensive, especially if you follow these lighting tips and tricks for a cost-efficient and energy-saving home. As for indoor lights, here are some things you can do to lower your energy consumption. Only purchase indoor [...]

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Appliances

Anna — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 17:19:05 +0000

Did you know that about 20% of the average electricity bill is due to energy consumed by the appliances inside your home? The most commonly-used household appliances include items such as refrigerators, clothes washers and dryers, plus many others. If you’re in the market for a new appliance for your home, you should take into [...]

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Tips on Water Heating

Grace — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:00:00 +0000

Water heating is a large contributor to a high electricity bill. Not only does it adversely affect your monthly budget, it’s also destructive to the environment. You may find these water heating tips useful for saving both your money and the Earth at the same time. When installing showerheads or faucets, always choose the low-flow [...]

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Water Heating

Grace — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 22:38:37 +0000

In addition to the cooling and heating of rooms in your home, water heating as well is considered one of the biggest energy expenses in most homes today. As a matter of fact, it is accountable for almost 17% of your monthly utility bill. Thankfully, there are various ways you can lower your water heating costs. These [...]

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