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Low-E Coating
Double-pane windows with low-e coating on the glass reflect heat back into the room during the winter months. |
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Mold Timing
If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem. It is important to dry ... |
 
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Moving an Existing Oil Tank
Bob explains how the family decided to stay with oil heat, especially since their oil tank was recently replaced. Bond-Tite ... |
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Reduce Allergies and Asthma with Home Improvements
Even small steps can help sufferers breathe easier. Here are some ways to lessen the effects of allergens at home. |
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Reduce Heating Bills with Energy Efficient Landscaping
You can save as much as 25 percent in heating costs and protect your home from harsh winter winds with landscaping designed to ... |
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Rural Fire Safety
A move from an urban center to a suburb or rural area requires you to rethink fire safety. First, you must be aware of special ... |
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Save Money on Heating Fuel this Winter
Comparing purchasing and payment plans as well as talking to fuel providers can help you save on heating costs. Here are some ... |
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Space Heater Guard
Purchase a heater with a guard around the heating element. A wire grill or other protection is essential to keep fingers or ... |
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Space Heater Safety
Look for one that is listed with a nationally-recognized testing laboratory. These heaters have been tested to meet specific ... |
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Spacepak
Spacepak's Jay Jones is on location to explain the company's unique central heating and cooling system. It is designed for use ... |
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The Inside Story: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality
Pollutants inside your home are especially dangerous as they are with you through the day and night. Understanding the causes ... |
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Thermal Pane Windows
If your home has single pane windows, as almost half of U.S. homes do, consider replacing them. New thermal-pane windows with ... |
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Tyvek
Wrapping a home in a protective envelope is a good building practice that helps combat a home's worst enemies: water, moisture ... |
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Use and Care of Home Humidifiers
Humidifiers can alleviate common nuisances brought on by winter heating, but without regular maintenece, they can promote the ... |
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Vapor Diffusion Retarders and Air Barriers
Vapor diffusion retarders, air retarders, and air/vapor retarders all relate to the interaction of temperature and moisture in ... |
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Window Savings
If you replaced all the windows in your home with Energy Star qualified windows, you could cut your heating and cooling energy ... |
