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Energy Saving Tips

Attic Fans: Good or Bad?

Attic fans were a popular item in homes built in mid-20th century. Builders believed that they helped to create a…

Summer Insulation Pays for Itself

We tend to think about insulation as something that keeps our house warm, saving energy in the winter by keeping…

Low-Cost Lighting from Solar Tubes

Adding inexpensive lighting to your home may sound like a job for LED bulbs or some other new technology, but…

Can New Siding Help with Energy Costs?

Installing new siding is a great aesthetic choice for your home, improving resale value and curb appeal. But, can it…

How your tax return can save you money

It’s January and you should be getting your W2’s back from your employers, which means it’s tax season once again.…

Why winterize your windows

Windows are wonderful. They allow light in, give your home depth, provide a view of the outside and can change…

Are Bungalow Style Homes Energy Hogs?

The Bungalow, Cape Cod-style home, or whatever you might call it is a staple of classic, older neighborhoods strewn across…

Drafts: How to detect, prevent and manage

Drafts make your home uncomfortable - you’ve felt the wind push through your windows or walls and felt a shiver…

This little app can save you real money

Your energy consumption is a major budget line item for your household and with the recent heat wave, you have…

Don’t Look in the Attic

If you were around in the early 80’s, you may have encountered the relatively bad but entertaining movie called “Don’t…