Improving the energy efficiency of your home is not about any single magic bullet solution. It requires taking a comprehensive look at the energy losses occurring throughout your home and tackling...
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Build A Hunting Or Fishing Camp Out Of A Shed: Cost Analysis
If you have ever contemplated turning one of those pre-built sheds that you see at Home Depot or Lowes into a hunting or fishing camp, this article is for you. I'm going to break down the cost to...
When my wife decided she wanted a large flower bed along the front porch, I was worried that we would have standing water in the front yard. I'd addressed standing water issues previously by...
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...
Should You Put A Dehumidifier In Your Garage? (Condensation)
I frequently notice standing water in my garage when I pull in during a rainstorm that will sit for a couple of days. The garage also suffers from condensation on the floor at times. I have been...
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...