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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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AC Fan
Set the fan on your central air conditioner to "on" rather than "auto." This will circulate air continuously, keeping the ... |
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AC Filters
Change the filters regularly. Dirty filters restrict air flow, reducing efficiency and worse case, can cause the evaporator to ... |
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Air Duct Cleaning
If not properly cleaned and maintained, air ducts can become a breeding ground for molds and other air pollutants. |
 
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Antique Reproduction Lighting Fixtures, Granite Countertop, and Reclaimed Floor
House four of the Elmwood project. New lighting arrangements, granite countertop and finish the reclaimed pine floor. |
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Attic Fan
If your home can't accommodate central air conditioning, try a whole-house attic fan. This device pushes hot air out through ... |
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Attic Temperature
Remember that extreme temperatures can build in an attic without proper ventilation, especially with a dark colored roof. |
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Attic Ventilation
Attic ventilation is critical for not only summer cooling performance but also the longevity of the structure of your house. |
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Bathroom Fan Insulation
Bathroom fan fixtures can poke into the attic insulation and create a pathway for air leaks. Caulk around them from below with ... |
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Bathroom Ventilation
For bathrooms, ASHRAE 62.99 recommends that you exhaust 25 cubic feet per minute (cfm) with a continuously operating fan, or ... |
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Building an Energy Star Certified Home
John Livermore joins Bob to explain the Energy Star Homes program started in the 1970s by the U.S. Environmental Protection ... |
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Building an Energy-Efficient Florida Home
This home will be about 50 percent more energy efficient than a typical Florida home. Bill Zoeller, a consulting architect ... |
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Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Carbon monoxide poisoning is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America. Carbon monoxide detectors are ... |
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Carbon Monoxide Risks
To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, have your heating equipment "tuned up" each year, preferably before the ... |
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Carbon Monoxide Symptoms
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are often confused with those of influenza, and the highest incidence of poisoning ... |
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CO Detector
Install a carbon monoxide detector to warn of harmful gases that may be entering your home because of a blocked or damaged ... |
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CO Safety
Follow these safety tips to protect against CO poisoning: Never use a generator indoors, including in homes, garages, ... |
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Cooling with Ventilation
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
Before you crank up the A/C this summer to keep cool, try a little old-fashioned ... |
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Cut the Costs of Home Heating
Keep warm and comfortable this winter and lower your utility bills with some energy-efficient home improvements. |
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Discussing the Features of the Loft
Architect Greg Rochlin and carpenter Bob Ryley are on site to consult on the possibilities for our loft unit. |
