James Dulley
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Insulation is important when converting a garage to living spaceApr 02, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. We are older and have sold our car. For more living space, we plan to convert our garage into a home theater and may also finish the basement. How should we insul...
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Water-saving toilets can save on heating costs, tooMar 26, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. We just remodeled our house to make room for a first-floor lavatory. Our water bills have been high lately, so I want to install a water-saving toilet. Which new mode...
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Web sites can help you 'guesstimate' your carbon footprintMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. I want to live more "green" and also save money. I am trying to find out how to calculate my carbon dioxide footprint to see how efficient I am. How can I determi...
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Newest electric fireplaces look realistic, and heat nicelyMar 12, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. During cold weather, I need some extra heat in the living room. I would like a real wood-burning fireplace, but installing one is too expensive. How much heat do ...
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Sun rooms, conservatories offer similar advantagesMar 06, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. We need some additional living space and I was thinking of installing a sunroom. My wife prefers the appearance of a conservatory. What are the actual differences bet...
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Here are a few options to get fresh air in airtight homesFeb 26, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. I have an energy efficient house that is fairly airtight. I installed new windows and doors. Now the indoor air does not seem as fresh as it used to and odors lin...
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Electric blankets allow for lower heat settings at nightFeb 19, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. I am trying to save energy in my home, so I set the furnace thermostat lower each night. It gets chilly and I do not sleep well. What can I do to stay comfortable...
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A room's thermal mass allows it to capture sun's energyFeb 12, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. I feel the sun shining in a living room window and it's very warm. My budget is pretty tight, but I want to make or install something to capture that heat and lower m...
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Fireplace products make cozy flames more efficientFeb 05, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. We love to use our brick fireplace in the living room, but it makes the rest of the house cold. Our heating bills are already too high. What simple things can I d...
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Humidifiers provide comfort while lowering heating billsJan 29, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. I am in the market for a room humidifier, but I do not know which type is best for my home. Can using one really reduce my heating bills even though evaporating water...