http://www.content4reprint.com/profile/robinargreen-23754.xml Articles at Content for Reprint en-us http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/infrared-guns-reduce-your-heating-and-cooling-bills-with-this-tool-and-a-few-simple-techniques.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/infrared-guns-reduce-your-heating-and-cooling-bills-with-this-tool-and-a-few-simple-techniques.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 02:03:55 +0000 An infrared heat detector can help you locate small or significant thermal leakage in your home. By measuring and prioritizing your thermal leaks, you can choose the energy saving upgrades that cost the least but be most beneficial. http://www.content4reprint.com/home/your-daily-chores-save-money-and-energy-hand-washing-dishes-wastes-energy.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/your-daily-chores-save-money-and-energy-hand-washing-dishes-wastes-energy.htm Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:26:47 +0000 You might think doing the dishes by hand saves energy compared to using a modern dishwasher. But modern efficient dishwashers use far less hot water than most people who wash by hand. Use a dishwasher, and get back half a month of your life every year! http://www.content4reprint.com/home/are-you-wasting-electricity-how-will-you-find-out-if-you-dont-measure-your-use.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/are-you-wasting-electricity-how-will-you-find-out-if-you-dont-measure-your-use.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:48:47 +0000 You may think that upgrading a few old bulbs to compact fluorescents is all you need to do if you're serious about saving electricity. But how can you predict your savings if you don't actually check your electricity use before you begin? http://www.content4reprint.com/home/how-much-electricity-does-your-fridge-use-measure-it-yourself.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/how-much-electricity-does-your-fridge-use-measure-it-yourself.htm Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:26:11 +0000 You might think buying a new, energy saving refrigerator just means looking for any old ENERGY STAR rated model. But why not figure out what your current fridge is using first, so you know what savings there are to be had? http://www.content4reprint.com/home/is-your-current-refrigerator-running-optimally-do-it-yourself-tune-up.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/is-your-current-refrigerator-running-optimally-do-it-yourself-tune-up.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 21:46:27 +0000 Most people leave their fridge on and never bother to check whether it's running efficiently. Use these tips to see if your fridge is using too much electricity or is running at peak efficiency. http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/tankless-electric-water-heaters-are-they-clean-and-green-and-all-theyre-cracked-up-to-be.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/tankless-electric-water-heaters-are-they-clean-and-green-and-all-theyre-cracked-up-to-be.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 21:46:27 +0000 Do electric tankless water heaters really save as much money as some websites want you to think? These heaters certainly make the electricity meter turn quickly when they're on, but then you don't lose heat through the tank when you're not using hot water. If you use an electric tank now, are you better off switching to an on demand electric heater? http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/interior-design/the-new-led-bulbs-should-you-buy-or-should-you-wait.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/interior-design/the-new-led-bulbs-should-you-buy-or-should-you-wait.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 22:52:57 +0000 LED bulbs have been in the limelight in recent years as more people try to save electricity. But is this a smart way to cut electricity consumption for a given amount of money? Are LED house lights truly up to the task? http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/interior-design/cutting-energy-losses-with-energy-saving-curtains-blinds-and-other-coverings.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/interior-design/cutting-energy-losses-with-energy-saving-curtains-blinds-and-other-coverings.htm Wed, 28 Jan 2009 23:19:58 +0000 Energy saving window coverings keep warm air inside in winter, and keep hot sunlight outside in summer. Curtains, shades, awnings, and plastic window kits can all cut your energy bills. http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/interior-design/achieving-mellow-lighting-while-cutting-electricity-costs-how-do-you-dim-fluorescent-lights.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/interior-design/achieving-mellow-lighting-while-cutting-electricity-costs-how-do-you-dim-fluorescent-lights.htm Wed, 28 Jan 2009 23:19:58 +0000 A dimmer switch can provide a more mellow feel to a room than the bright glare of full-strength lighting. Dimming the lights also saves you money. At the same time, compact fluorescent lights are very efficient. Can you maximize savings by combining a dimmer switch with compact fluorescents? Or will the bulbs blow up in your face and ruin that pleasant mood lighting? http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/keeping-warm-in-winter-what-works-best-a-crawl-space-heater-or-proper-insulation.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/home-improvement/keeping-warm-in-winter-what-works-best-a-crawl-space-heater-or-proper-insulation.htm Mon, 19 Jan 2009 23:54:30 +0000 If your house has a crawl space and the recent cold spell has hit you, there's a good chance you've felt your feet getting cold these last few days. Is installing a crawl space heater the right way to deal with this problem? Or is there a way to address this problem that provides more comfort at lower cost?