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It seems that if you close the door to an unused room, you can avoid paying to heat it, right? The opposite is true. When you close off an interior room, or if you close the air vents in that room, your heating system has to work harder and can even break down as a […]

It’s tempting to ask your handy brother-in-law or next-door neighbor to make a few quick fixes around your house. But when it comes to repairing anything electrical, call a professional.  Electricity can be dangerous in a home that’s improperly wired, has overloaded circuits or has exposed or defective wiring, receptacles or switches.  Even if the […]

An investment that can lead to a big return for your family is the same one that will cut your home’s energy use.  If you want to invest in energy efficiency this year, consider:  Replacing older windows, especially if they are single-pane models. Old windows are barely better for your home’s comfort—or your energy bills—than […]

Saving energy during the winter doesn’t have to mean feeling cold in your own home. Here are five free ways to lower your energy bill while staying comfortable indoors.