When Should You Take Down Your Christmas Lights?
Christmas lights bring joy in December, but irritation by March. How long is too long? What's your cutoff date, and what do the experts say?
Are Electric Heated Blankets Safe?
Electric blankets have a reputation for being unsafe. But is it earned?
This Is Why There Isn’t a Light in Your Freezer
It's time to finally shed some light on why our freezers are so dark.
Stop Believing These Summer Maintenance Myths
Believing these myths might actually be costing you money!
20 Earth Conscious Home Ideas Through the Years
Have you heard of the Earthship?
11 Genius Ways to Save on Every Household Bill
Water bills, energy bills, cell phone bills — oh my! Here’s how to cut costs on each and every one.
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....
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
21 AC Maintenance and Home Cooling Tips
Whether you have a whole-house or one-room air conditioner, don't make it work harder than it should. Follow these tips...
11 Myths About Saving Energy at Home
Reap the rewards of energy savings by ignoring these myths.
12 Things Homeowners Should Check in Winter
Be prepared this winter by keeping an eye on these things in your home.
12 Sneaky Ways Your Home Is Draining Your Bank Account
Since your walls can't talk, we got home pros to suggest the hidden ways your house could be costing you...
50 Super Simple Ways to Save on Energy Costs
Watch your utility bills drop with these smart (and easy!) energy saving projects you can DIY.
5 Ways To Save Energy During the Pandemic
Offset some of the extra energy expense you're accruing during the pandemic with these energy-conservation tips.
How Much Electricity Different Items in Your House Use
Ever wondered why people go nuts for LED lights? Learn how much electricity items in your home use.
Are PV Panels Right For Your Roof?
Photovoltaic solar panels are getting cheaper and more efficient, but they're still not for everyone. These questions will help you...
6 Best RV Solar Panels and Kits
Silent and fume-free electric power for your RV is what solar panel kits deliver. Check out these six top models...
10 Ways to Insulate Your Home Without Opening Up Walls
Don't live in an under-insulted home just because you don't want to destroy your walls.
5 Most Common Heating Problems
Don't be left out in the cold. Learn more about common heating problems, what causes them, and some solutions here.
Energy Saving Tips
Get the big picture
How to Install a Thermostat in 3 Steps
Save money on your energy bill
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: Dual-Fuel Heat Pump
This double-duty unit cools and heats your home for less!
22 Ways to Cut Your Heating Bills
Here are some easy ways to save energy and money on heating bills. These fixes are inexpensive and you'll recoup...
17 Ways to Master Using Spray Foam at Home
Despite the obvious drawbacks-it's messy, sticky and impossible to remove once it cures-there's nothing better than spray foam for sealing...
How To Choose the Right Led Bulbs for Your Home
Shopped for light bulbs lately? If you have, you may have noticed that most bulbs sold now are LED (light...
This Will Make Expanding Foam Application So Much Easier
Just when you thought expanding foam couldn't get any better...
Save Energy by Closing Heat Registers
Talk to an HVAC expert before you start closing vents.
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...