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3 ‘energy vampire’ appliances that are costing you moneyEven if you try to buy only energy-efficient appliances, some are just designed to let power go to waste. Whether it's that one clock in the kitchen no one ever looks at or the computer in the basement that barely hooks up to the Internet, every home has […]

Do you know your perfect tankless water heater size?Gas or electric tankless water heaters give homeowners the option to kick their inefficient reservoir models to the curb and replace them with more cost effective versions. More homeowners than ever are jumping on the tankless heater bandwagon, but not as many know the ways to make […]

5 products every ‘green’ home needsWith today's rising water, electricity and fuel costs, it's sometimes not enough to buy one energy-efficient appliance and expect significant savings on your bill. Maybe you invested in a front-loading washer and dryer a year ago only to see your supposedly "green" home leak energy into the utility companies' pockets.If you're […]

Radiant floor heating: luxury item or frugal buy?Many homes are built with materials and appliances that hit the sweet spot between low cost and high functionality. Vinyl siding is cheap – there are better ways to protect your home from the elements, though every homeowner gets to strike his or her own balance between price and comfort.Radiant […]