My daughter’s bedroom was always colder than the rest of the house. Noticeably colder. I did a lot of research on this and here’s what I’ve learned. Here are 5 likely reasons why your bedroom is cold: Vents may be covered or closed. Windows and walls may not be sealed. High ceilings mean that heat …
Energy Conservation
If you are looking for a simple way to make your home or other structure more comfortable without a colossal undertaking and without breaking the bank, adding insulation may be your answer. One question you may have is whether you may combine different types and materials when adding insulation to a structure. You can mix …
When it comes down to the refrigerator system, the refrigerator evaporator plays a big role in refrigerator cooling. A refrigerator evaporator works alongside other refrigerator system components, such as the compressor, expansion device, and condenser. The basic function of a refrigerator evaporator is to remove heat from the air, water, and other items inside the …
I have been reminded recently of the frustrations that apartment owners deal with when it comes to high utility bills since my daughter moved into an apartment complex. Rather than feeling helpless, we have to take a look at what the primary causes of high electricity bills are and what we can do about it. …
Waterproof flickering flames without fire. No electrical wires to run. No maintenance. Just stick them in the ground and enjoy the ambiance. Sounds great, right? But do the TomCare Solar Torch Lights really live up to their claims? I purchased a set of four of these for our front yard flower bed and have been …
When I built my current house, I decided to splurge on some smart home devices. I have continously added to my arsenal and am extremely pleased with it’s capabilities. If you are wondering what a smart home can do, then you have come to the right place. I’m going to walk you through the entire …
I had heard about phantom energy, also called vampire energy, for some time but I never really knew if it was a real thing. And even if it was, did it really matter? I mean, how much energy could I really be losing from devices that aren’t even turned on? If you have wondered the …
At this very moment, energy is being lost in your home. Money is literally seeping out through inefficiencies in your home’s thermal envelope and being lost from inefficiency practices and home routines. If you are wanting to learn how energy is wasted and what you can do to stop it, here’s what you need to …
There was a time when a device’s energy consumption was easy to understand and estimate. When you turned a device off, it was truly “off” and no power was drawn until it was turned on again. Today, however, we live in a world of always-on electronics. Even when “turned off” these always-on devices continue to …
Gas bills in an apartment can be very frustrating because you have no control over many of the factors that impact your bill. You can’t, for example, just go out and buy a more efficient water heater or furnace. And you probably can’t shop around for a more competitive gas provider. At the same time, …