What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home
When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider. Here's a comprehensive guide to point you in the right direction.
What to Consider When Preparing Your Site for a Build
Before you can start building a cabin or home, you need to prepare the site. Here are the steps for...
Save Money With Home Energy Audit
Find out where you're losing energy—and what you can do to stop it
How to Insulate a House
Do it right to save $$, stay warm
5 Ways to Stay Environmentally Conscious During a Pandemic
The 2020 Earth Day celebrations may feel different, but you can still keep the goals of environmental protection alive in...
13 Tricks to Cut Your Summer Utility Bills
Our money experts share their favorite summer-bill secrets.
8 Kirkland Items You Probably Shouldn’t Be Buying at Costco
You'll probably find better deals on paper products elsewhere.
Energy Saving Tips
Get the big picture
How to Install a Thermostat
Save money on energy
CFL Bulbs: Here’s What You Need to Know
10 common questions, 10 commonsense answers
DIY Solar Water Heater
Cut your water heating bills 50 percent with this sun-powered solution! Read more about a DIY solar water heater here.
Efficient Heating: Duel-Fuel Heat Pump
This double-duty unit cools and heats your home for less!
Light Bulb Guide: How to Choose LED Bulbs
Shopped for light bulbs lately? If you have, you may have noticed that most bulbs sold now are LED (light...
Furnace Humidifier not Working? Replace it
Replacing old furnace humidifiers with energy efficient ones is better than repairing them
Are Triple Pane Windows Worth the Extra Cost?
Consider all the pros and cons, not just price of triple pane windows.
Insulate Basement Rim Joists
Cut heat loss through the rim joists and tighten up your house with rigid foam insulation.
How to Seal Leaky Windows Without That Hideous Plastic Film
Removable caulk is a great solution for leaky, energy-wasting windows. It looks a whole lot better than covering windows with...
12 Easy Things Everyone Should Know How to Fix
Whether you're a new homeowner or an expert DIYer, knowing how to fix these common household problems can save you...
Energy Act Requires New Light Bulbs to Conserve Energy
What you need to know to choose a lightbulb in 2012
Expert Energy Saving Tips
Want to whittle down your heating costs this winter? Check out these easy to implement money-saving energy tips and cut...
Energy Savings: Seal Plumbing and Wiring Holes
A rubber plumbing boot seals holes in your siding
Plug Leaky Ducts
Save big bucks with a little tape and caulk
How to Save Energy and Cut Cooling Costs
10 sensible ways to save money and still keep cool
9 Home Energy Conservation Tips for the Winter
Use less energy without sacrificing comfort
Switch to Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs and Save Energy
There are many options available in compact fluorescent bulbs
Energy Saving Tips – Replace Your Refrigerator, Heating System and Water Heater
Does it make financial sense to do it now or later?