Energy Efficient Homes

Want new kitchen cabinets. Want better quality but your on a budget. If you install them yourself you can afford better cabinets.

In my other article, www.ehow.com/how_5727545_use-prevent-air-infiltration-house.html, I left out the hardest part of the house to seal and insulate, the attic access. What makes this so difficult...

Saving on water usage is one way to go green and help the environment. We have become more eco-conscious in the last few years and a lot of improvements have been made on our existing appliances...

If you have ever read or watched the Harry Potter series you may think that it is all about the forces of good battling the forces of evil. Or you might think it’s just the entertaining...

Traditional skylights tend to be very expensive and overall are energy wasters, because in essence, they're a big hole in your roof that is no where near as insulated as a roof without a skylight....

Want to shave your electric bill by a third? Build a solar water heater! They're easy to build, easy to maintain and are great for the environment. Here's some pro's and con's to having one and a...

If you know where air is infiltrating your house by blower door test ( refer to my other article) , or simply feeling drafts near certain parts of your house it is important to fix these leaks...

Insulating the gaps around the entry doors of your home will save you money in energy costs. You can add felt insulation or a weatherseal under the door but the gap may be too tight. A better...

No matter what season it is, a house that seals out the drafts saves a lot of money in energy cost. The best examples are in the summer and winter if you live in climates with extreme...

When choosing energy efficient parts to your new home be wise. Only do things that will really save you money.

The Cash for Appliances program is almost live and is expected to start in early 2010. Under the new program, energy star rebates can be anywhere from $25 to $200, based on the energy star...

Adding insulation to your attic is a great way to save energy, but there are a number of choices that you need to sort through. What is the best type for your situation? What is the best...

So, you have weatherized and insulated your house. You have switched all of, OK most of your light bulbs to CFL’s and installed a low flow showerhead. Your programmable thermostat is set for...

Everyone is talking and trying to claim the energy tax credit this year. There are guidelines and rules that apply to qualify for the credit. Everything we do to our homes that are...

Living in a rental place has many positives and negatives. And while everyone is talking about saving money on energy during the winter, some of these advices are a little bit harder to be...

Upgrading to an energy efficient dishwasher can make a big difference in saving water and electricity, and will go a long way in lowering your monthly energy bill as well as your family's carbon...

A solar powered home is the dream of many people because of the green awareness movement and the potential to save a lot of money long term by powering your home from the sun and avoiding high...

Solar power is not only a free source of power but in fact can be like a permanent coupon for your electric bill. This space heater design is easy to build and almost free to make if your not...

Weatherizing a home can save roughly 31% of electric energy expenditure. This significant energy efficiency saves money for families and reduces pollution as well. Here’s what you can do to do a...

The average American house spends 10% of its energy bill to lighting. Using new technology and following some simple steps you can lower electric bill year round, and You can even cut your...

How to lower electric your heating bill by 15 to 20% by fixing up your windows and/or replacing them for more energy efficient ones this winter. Best of all the government and local utilities...

Green energy is growing in popularity, and for good reason; it’s safer for the planter, and it makes the energy bill less expensive each month. However, it’s often very expensive to set up....

One important step to take when you start to make changes to your house to save energy, water and money is to figure out where you are starting from, or establish a baseline. If you want to know...

Picking the right insulation contractor to insulate your home can be a daunting experience. From knowing which product is right for you to picking a contractor you can trust to perform the work...

There are hundreds of ways to save electricity, especially if you count all of the weatherization and building envelope improvements that you could employ. With all of those choices, it is hard...

The amount of energy used by home heating and cooling systems is a function of the set temperature. Homeowners can save vast amounts of money by adjusting their thermostats when they are away or...

Using solar energy is a great way to cut down on your utility cost each month. Most people get a little nervous when it comes to spending a lot of money to install solar panels. You can do it...

One of the best ways to get started on making your home more energy efficient is to determine where your house uses the energy that you pay for every month. A great tool to accomplish this is a...

With high energy bills one may wonder what to do to stay warm and lower the energy cost this winter. Follow these simple steps and you will start noticing the energy bill go down.

With the cost of utilities on the rise, plus the general increase in the overall cost of living, it literally pays to increase the energy efficiency of your home.

You're interested in powering your house with solar panels. You've heard its a good investment, but you aren't sure your house gets enough sun. This will tell you how to make an estimate of your...

This step in developing your own Home Energy Audit will help you examine the major working parts or the mechanical systems of your home. This may sound complicated, but below is a worksheet that...

If you have a house with a ceiling just under the roof, as is the case of a finished attic, garret room, "contemporary" house etc. with only one or two roof-planes, the following outline...

The Stimulus Act of 2009 provides the most generous tax credits to date encourage investment in energy efficient improvements of your home! This article guides you through the most important...

If the glass in your windows rattle when you open and close them, it is a sure sign that your windows are leaking. Take a close look at the outside of your windows, you shouldn’t be surprised to...

If you have leaky old double hung windows in your house like millions of people do and you want to do something about it. Please, do yourself a favor and weatherize them instead of replacing...

Building and installing your own storm windows can be done fairly inexpensively and offers a generous pay back on your investment, even in new homes with double pane thermal glass already...

Getting free power from the sun is the dream of many people. However, the lack of knowledge of the basics of solar power intimidate many people. I decided to write this article to give a general...

Taking the time to weatherize your home becomes more important every year with the never ending rise in energy costs. In this article we're going to start by taking a look at the exterior of your...

There are several ways you can generate energy at home including solar and wind energy. Both are viable ways to reduce your dependence on public utility companies by as much as 40%, which is not...

In this economy every dollar saved counts and for that reason many people are thinking about weatherizing your home. Many companies are offering wall insulation, new windows, new furnaces and...

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 extended consumer tax credits on residential renewable energy, so you can save money on the purchase of renewable energy systems. Residential...

Your home is the biggest investment you'll make in your lifetime. When building new, you must have a good relationship with your builder. Follow these guidelines to make the process as smooth as...

What could be a cheaper heat source than the sun? Most people don't even realize that using their existing windows and a few items readily available at a local home improvement store you can heat...

Whether it's a bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling or a whole house remodel, it is never cheap. But did you know that the government and your utility companies will give you money to do it?...

How would you like to construct your very own DIY Solar Panels? By installing solar panel arrays at your home, you can reduce your monthly electric bill by as much as 80%. Not only that but you...

Lighting and solar technology has made huge leaps in the last few years. No longer are solar lights just the small, dim post lights you are used to seeing in back yards.

So many people are talking about going green and renewable energy, you've probably thought about using the sun's energy to reduce your power bills and help the planet. Here's how to decide is...

Today more than ever, people are willing to do what it takes to save money on their utilities, including once-radical measures like getting residential solar power systems. Getting a residential...

Weatherizing your home is one of the most cost effective ways to save energy year round but especially when the temperature dips and the wind whips around. Spend a few dollars and an hour or two...