Insulating your water pipes helps reduce heat loss and may raise the water temperature by two to four degrees, and in addition, it can help prevent freezing. Insulation varies in R-value, but there are recommendations that are designed to ensure you’ll find energy savings. Minimum Recommended R-Value The U.S. Department of Energy recommends insulating hot […]
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Cathedral ceilings provide a house a sense of space and expansiveness, but they also raise your electricity bill. Together with the beauty of a cathedral ceiling, you also confront heat, cooling and lighting all of that excess space. Since heat and heat already take a huge bite out of your monthly budget — about 54 […]
Installing a new GE water heater is not always as simple as pulling out the old water heater and also plugging a new one in its place. Changes in local building codes will impact the installation of the new water heater regardless of how your current water heater is installed. Take some time to learn […]
Aluminum siding first gained popularity during the 1940s as a durable and easy-to-maintain alternative to traditional wood siding solutions. While durable aluminum shingles may last for decades when correctly maintained, its painted finish can fade over time because of weather, sun exposure and the consequences of oxidation. To restore your home to its former appeal, […]
Making one or more of the bathrooms in your home handicapped accessible amounts to a smart investment. In case a family member suffers from limited mobility, the demand for these accommodations is apparent, but an ADA-compliant bathroom is also a sensible choice for any aging homeowner. The expense of construction or remodeling a bathroom to […]