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Whether you’re looking for appliances or building materials, Energy Star can protect your wallet through energy efficiency, tax credits and rebates
It can be a total hassle when a light bulb burns out in a hard-to-reach lighting fixture in your home. But now, thanks to long-lasting LED lights, you can forget what it’s like to change a bulb. LED technology is now being integrated right into light fixtures, so you’ll never have to install or change a bulb in those fixtures again – because there isn’t even a bulb to change!
Homeowners are taking steps to live greener lives and make their homes more environmentally …
Learn how to estimate utility costs for a new home. Find out how to avoid surprises and identify …
Carrier’s ongoing commitment to innovative, digitally-enabled lifecycle solutions, advanced smart technology and customer …
Fall is a perfect time of year to tackle both indoor and outdoor DIY home improvement projects. That’s also why now is the time …
Recently, a connection on LinkedIn asked me a question about the best emergency backup heat for winter: “What would you …
Tips to save money on your energy bills by getting home energy audits. A home energy audit can be performed for free by a …
Homeowners are taking steps to live greener lives and make their homes more environmentally friendly. Zero-carbon homes are a …
Wondering if you should repair or replace your windows? Here's a checklist to see which option is right for your situation.
Window inserts reduce energy cost, improve comfort and reduce noise at a fraction of the cost of replacement windows and are …
Much of the energy spent on home heating and cooling is wasted by poor insulation. Find out how recycled plastic products can …
Have you ever opened a surprisingly large electric bill and wondered where all that electricity is going? If so, you might have …
Insulating and sealing are affordable, effective projects for your green home. Here are our top tips for ensuring year-round …
With good planning and attention to basic maintenance, the best home comfort can also be the most efficient. Here's how to get …
Your home’s energy efficiency is influenced by the fuel sources that power everyday living, Find out the best energy sources for …
Energy-saving solutions begins with eco-friendly green remodeling on the outside of your home, which protects the structure from …
It can be a total hassle when a light bulb burns out in a hard-to-reach lighting fixture in your home. But now, thanks to …
Learn how to estimate utility costs for a new home. Find out how to avoid surprises and identify inefficiencies before you buy.
If you’ve considered adding a solar energy system to your home, you’re in good company. Fueled by unprecedented tax credits, …
Get low-cost to n- cost tips for saving energy and learn how to stop the biggest energy leaks with replacement windows.
Alternative energy sources have the potential to make big contributions to home comfort and overall savings, but that doesn't …
Solar energy is hot right now; in fact, because the cost to install solar has dropped by over 70 percent since 2010, more than 1 …
Find out what to look for when you are shopping efficient windows. The latest in efficient window designs provide easy window …
Find out five easy energy saving home improvements that are affordable energy savers. Learn how insulation, sealants and …
Find out how to prepare your home for window shades replacement and ensure efficient installation by your replacement window …
Green home improvements can be quite pricey (solar panels come to mind) but they don’t necessarily have to cost a bundle. Here …
As the days get shorter and temperatures start to sink, most households find their home heating bills starting to run out of …
