Tag: Energy-saving
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House Air Filter
One often forgotten aspect of a home is replacing air filters. Whether you have a mini-split system or a forced air system, air filters capture particulates and foreign material from being eaten by the fans. However, as time goes on, they become clogged and can no longer flow air as well as they did when…
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Humidity in the Summer
Humidity is an oft-overlooked aspect of keeping your home more comfortable. Summer can bring high humidity, which works against your body’s natural cooling functions. When there’s no more room for more moisture in the air, there’s no room for your sweat to evaporate and give you relief from the heat. Tackling humidity in the home…
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Light Bulbs
When the first commercially popular light bulbs came out, they contained a carbon filament that emitted light by being heated with electricity passing through them, and the glass bulb had the air removed to prevent the carbon filament from burning up. As time went on, improvements came out, such as tungsten filaments and halogen fill…
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Dishwasher Usage
Dishwashers are a fantastic way to save time, water, and energy. Basically an almost-perfect appliance, these wonder machines wash and dry your dishes efficiently, all while freeing you up to do anything else. Even countertop and rolling floor models for space-constrained users are available. There are a few catches and ways to optimize performance, both…
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Pasta Hacks
One way to save water, energy, and time is with a couple of shortcuts when cooking pasta. With the majority of dry pasta such as macaroni, you can put your pasta into a dry pan, then add water until the pasta is just submerged. Then, bring the pot up to a boil. Be sure to…
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Ceiling Fans
Ceiling fans provide an inexpensive way to adjust the comfort of your home without having to adjust the thermostat. During the hot summer months, a ceiling fan is a great way to beat the heat by blowing down and cooling you directly. In winter, it may not seem to make much sense to use a…