James Dulley
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Straw bale houses energy efficientJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Q. I want a natural way to build an energy efficient house without plastics, foams, adhesives, etc. Straw bale houses seem to be natural. Is the straw bale construct...
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Backup power needed for 'smart house' controlsJan 03, 2008 10:00 pm - Q. I added "smart house" computer controls to make my house more efficient. During even a brief power outage, settings are lost. Are there backup power supplies whic...
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Biomass heat system not as high-tech as it soundsDec 27, 2007 10:00 pm - Q. I need a new heating system, and I want to consider alternatives to gas, oil or electricity. I hear biomass being mentioned often. What exactly is biomass and is ...
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DIY-ers can install keyless deadboltsDec 20, 2007 10:00 pm - Q. I want to use fewer outdoor lights to save electricity, but I have trouble finding the keyhole quickly at night. What types of keyless or other secure locks are there...
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How to choose a programmable thermostatDec 13, 2007 10:00 pm - Q. I went to a home center store to find a programmable thermostat to save energy. There were many with different specifications and I had no idea what I needed. How can...
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Simple solar heater can be energy efficientDec 06, 2007 10:00 pm - Q. I am on a limited budget, but I want to do my part to cut down on carbon emissions. My kitchen window faces south, so I thought about building a solar heater for it....
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Hot water heat is efficient systemNov 29, 2007 10:00 pm - Q. I am adding two rooms to my house for my parent's apartment. I have heard boilers make comfortable heat, especially for the elderly. Are they efficient and can I also...
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Finding energy-efficient whirlpool tubNov 22, 2007 10:00 pm - Q. I am remodeling my bathroom and plan to install a whirlpool tub. I know they use a lot of energy, so I want to get an efficient one. What features should I look f...
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Making your own storm windows is easyNov 15, 2007 10:00 pm - Q. I want to make a quick, inexpensive improvement for window efficiency. I thought about making some exterior storm windows myself. They don't have to look great. W...
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Warranty best way to compareNov 08, 2007 10:00 pm - Q. I need to replace my old electric water heater. I am looking for one which will last longer and use less electricity. Other than the warranty, is there really much di...