Homeowners can be given an energy tax credit if their homes are energy-efficient. And that’s where the importance of getting energy-saving products for your home comes in. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, which President Barack Obama signed in February 2009, provides that tax...
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If you have been thinking about saving energy by insulating your home, or if you want to know the importance of proper insulation and optimal thermal efficiency in your house, then it is imperative that you know what R-value is all about. So what do you need to know about the R-value of insulation?...
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You have probably heard too many times that insulation is a very important aspect for any home. Whether you are in the process of buying or remodeling an old house, or building a new one, insulation should be one of your first considerations. What really makes insulation essential to any home? T...
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photo by USDAgov from flickr In order for energy conservation to take place, you must first find out where you are losing energy in your home so that it can be fixed. There is a lot of advice and information on the internet about how to perform an energy audit on your own. Here are some simple ste...
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With the hot Texas summer looming and gas prices soaring, we are all looking for ways to save energy and lower our utility bills. Cutting back on your energy consumption is a great place to start! Here are some simple ideas to save energy and money: Install programmable thermostats. There is...
Read MoreSome companies would like to spray paint your attic and call it an efficient attic system. Their so-called "radiant barrier spray" (a term not even recognized by the Reflective Insulation Manufacturers Association ) only blocks 80% of the sun's radiant heat... that's like giving your home a B-. D...
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