James Dulley
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Dryer vent good place to start checkingJan 24, 2008 10:00 pm - Q. I notice the laundry area in my house seems chilly and drafty at times. Also the dryer does not seem to dry as quickly as it used to. Could the outdoor dryer cove...
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Time to update to efficient furnaceJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - Q. I made energy improvements to my house, but my 25-year-old gas furnace does not keep it as comfortable as before. Also, I think my gas bills should be lower? Whic...
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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...