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Exterior Doors and Storm Doors
Exterior doors are necessary for physical access into and out of a building, and may provide ventilation and illumination too. ... |
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Financing an Energy-Efficient Home
The average homeowner spends close to $1,300 a year on utility bills. But an energy-efficient home—with such features as ... |
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Fireplace Cons
A fire in the fireplace is relaxing, but they don't heat your home as thoroughly as you may think. Fireplaces deliver 10 ... |
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Fireplace Innovations
Improvements in technology give homeowners beautiful design options, increased energy efficiency and the ability to add a ... |
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Fireplace Inserts
While a roaring fire sounds romantic, the reality is that many conventional fireplaces are often closed off and unused. ... |
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Four Fixes to Stop Home Energy Leaks
With the help of a professional energy auditor and infrared camera technology, BobVila.com evaluates the thermal efficiency of ... |
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Freezer Savings
You know that old freezer "Uncle Harry" gave you to use in the basement so you could save money by storing on-sale food items? ... |
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Freezing Efficiently
To avoid rasing the temperature of a freezer, freeze no more than one-tenth of the appliance's capacity of food at one time. ... |
 
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French Doors Arrive
Bob meets up with Ray Adams from Pella to look at the new Pella French doors that Charlie will be installing in the library. ... |
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Frost Buildup
Regularly defrost manual-defrost refrigerators and freezers; frost buildup increases the amount of energy needed to keep the ... |
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Furnace Filters
Remember to clean or replace filters on furnaces once a month, or as needed. |
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Furnace Maintenance
Keep your furnace tuned and in top condition. Proper maintenance of your furnace can save 6 to 10 percent of your heating ... |
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Geothermal Heating Systems
As fuel costs and environmental concerns rise, homeowners are taking a new look at harnessing the constant temperature of the ... |
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Global Solar Tour
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Great Options for Grilling
The industry has introduced new technologies that make grilling your favorite meals even easier and more fun. |
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Green Homes Special Series: Part Eight: Windows
Windows affect your comfort, health, heating and cooling bills, need for artificial light and even your mood. Learn how ... |
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Green Homes Special Series: Part Eighteen: Advanced House Framing Techniques
When constructing a new home or doing a major remodel, the differences between using advanced framing techniques and ... |
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Green Homes Special Series: Part Fourteen: Zero-Energy Homes
Many homeowners are finding their budgets stretched with escalating prices for home heating, cooling and electricity. But ... |
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Green Homes Special Series: Part Nine: Window Treatments
Window treatments are largely chosen for how well they enhance a room’s décor and afford us privacy. With the importance of ... |
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Green Homes Special Series: Part Seventeen: Green Tools Online
Interactive green tools allow homeowners to determine costs and paybacks for efficiency upgrades as well as home additions and ... |
