Energy Efficient Homes

How to Convert a Lawn Mower Into a Generator

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Converting a lawn mower into a generator is a process that can be done with the lawn mower sitting in your back yard. All it takes is separating the engine from the rest of the mower and adding the proper power supply... more »

How to convert your home to solar and save money.

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Until now, it's been difficult to justify the cost of converting a home to solar. A typical home requires an initial investment from $25,000 - $50,000 or more. If you need a system with 25kw peak capacity or around 30,000 kwh annually you will ... more »

How to Cool a Home Naturally

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Keeping cool during those hot and sticky summer months doesn't have to mean an outrageous electric bill. Plan ahead when building a new home, or make some changes to the existing structure that can keep your home cool all summer long... more »

How to Create a Zero Energy Home

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A Zero Energy home is constructed so that the amount of energy produced by the home is the amount of energy consumed, thus the term zero energy. If reducing your natural resource use, your environmental impact and your carbon footprint are ... more »

How to Create Cross Ventilation in a Home

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Cross ventilation is obtained when cool air from outside enters a building and forces warm air out through an outlet such as a window or door. It's important to create cross ventilation in a home to bring in oxygen and create a cooler environment... more »

How to Create Natural Ventilation in a Home

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With energy costs on the rise and the environment an ever increasing concern, many individuals are looking for ways to save energy and money. One means of doing so is by creating natural ventilation to cool and refresh your home... more »

How to Cut Batt Insulation

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Batt insulation is the fluffy pink or yellow stuff that's typically found peeking through the studs of an attic wall. It can be tricky to work with, especially when you need to cut it down to an exact size. If you know how to cut it, you can ... more »

How to Cut Costs on Attic Insulation

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Insulating a home's attic can result in significant savings in heating and cooling costs, but it also can be expensive. Homeowners with the energy and patience to do the work themselves can save money by buying their own insulation and renting ... more »

How to Cut Holes Between Rafters for Attic Ventilation

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A healthy attic helps to preserve a healthy home. One of the best ways to achieve this is through proper ventilation. With proper ventilation, you allow air to circulate, keeping the attic dry and free of mold. One of the simplest methods of ... more »

How to Decide Between Propane or Natural Gas

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Propane and natural gas are both hydrocarbons that develop from natural underground deposits. If exposed to a flame in concentrated amounts, both are explosive. They perform equally well as a source of fuel for cooking and heating. Both will ... more »

How to design a home that will reduce energy bills

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Building a home can be expensive, but with the right preparation on your blueprints, you can turn your home into a longterm investment that will save a bundle on electric bills... more »

How to Design a Rammed Earth Home

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Rammed earth construction is said to be one of the oldest forms of building. Aggregates, which can include gravel, sand and clay, are pressed into place using panels (known as formwork) to create the walls for the home. Builders of stabilized ... more »

How to Design a Solar Electric System

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Solar power can be used to decrease or eliminate energy costs, reducing our impact on the environment and saving people money in the process. If you wish to design your own solar electric system, it pays to be prepared... more »

How to Design a Solar Electric System

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Solar power can be used to decrease or eliminate energy costs, reducing our impact on the environment and saving people money in the process. If you wish to design your own solar electric system, it pays to be prepared... more »

How to Design an Energy-Efficient Home

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Forget about automated kitchens and floor treadmills. Energy efficiency is the watermark of the home of the future. Many homes currently being built have been designed to consume as little energy as possible, while a few have even attempted to ... more »

How to Determine Water Heater Capacity

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You need to determine the capacity of your new electric water heater before installing it in your home. Although medium-sized homes typically use a 65-gallon water heater, some homes require less and some more. The steps below provide the ... more »

How to Eliminate Dependance on Foreign Oil

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In 2002, the United States produced 38% of the oil it used, and imported the remaining 62%. To eliminate the dependence on foreign oil, consumption must be reduced by 62%. Here are some simplified steps that can accomplish this:.. more »

How to Enjoy the Benefits of Maintaining a Green Home

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Keep your home green by following some basic environment-saving tips. You can enjoy the benefits because this greening effort will help you cut energy costs. You will also help in the effort to conserve energy globally. Energy conservation must ... more »

How to Evaluate a Home's Heating Needs

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Purchasing the correct heating system for your home depends on correctly evaluating your heating needs. There are many options available, but cost is a factor—not just the initial cost of the system, but also the ongoing cost of fuel and ... more »

How to Find a Wind Generator

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Don't let energy just blow on by. Harness wind power to create energy for your home by finding the right wind generator. There are many resources for information about wind energy systems and finding the perfect wind generator to meet your ... more »

How to Find an Intentional Community

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In these days of skyrocketing fuel and housing costs, it makes sense to live in an intentional community, or ecovillage. No longer the “communes” of old, there are now community land trusts in which individuals band together to buy land and build ... more »

How to Find and Eliminate Drafts in a Home

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For maximum comfort and energy efficiency, you should try your best to find and eliminate any drafts in your home. These minor problems can add up to a lot of trouble over the years, especially considering the rapidly rising cost of energy. In an ... more »

How to Find and Eliminate Drafts in a Home

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For maximum comfort and energy efficiency, you should try your best to find and eliminate any drafts in your home. These minor problems can add up to a lot of trouble over the years, especially considering the rapidly rising cost of energy. In an ... more »

How to Get a Home Energy Audit

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High energy costs make it important to find ways to save money on your bill. Getting a home energy audit can identify conservation you can do to cut down on waste. You can do some of the testing yourself or you can get a more detailed, ... more »

How to Get a Solar Power Price Quote

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A number of professional companies can perform expert installation of solar paneling, and sell individual solar panels for handymen interested in doing it themselves. To find the right company for your needs, get a solar panel price quote, which ... more »

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