How To Add Drainage To A Flower Bed (With Pictures!)
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 …
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Is Radiant Barrier Effective? The Research-Based Facts
When building my new home I researched options for making the structure as energy efficient as possible. At the same time, I needed to work …
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 …
Lower Gas Bill In An Apartment: Real Strategies That Work
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, …
Drafty Windows In Apartment? Do This And Save Money!
My daughter’s apartment windows were in bad shape due to age, deterioration, and misuse by previous tenants. I could literally sit next to the window …
Is Great Stuff Expanding Foam Waterproof? I asked Dupont!
I was working on air sealing the exterior of my home where I had a hole around the air conditioning pipes that was too large …
How to REALLY Cut Your Electric Bill In Half – Seriously!
If you really want to cut your electric bill by 50%, there are some very specific strategies that you can use to do just that. …
DIY FREE Home Energy Audit With Worksheet Checklist!
The comprehensive DIY Home Efficiency Audit! If you are anything like me, you know that your home could be more energy efficient. Money spent needlessly …
Energy Efficient Home Upgrades – Which Ones Are Worth It?
We all love the idea of saving money with an energy efficient home. A penny saved is a penny earned, after all. But not every …
How To Stop Standing Water in Yard (With Pictures!)
When my family was building a new house, I was concerned with a low area in the front yard where water did not drain. If …