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Save energy this winter
While there are plenty of costly ways to save on your utility bills this winter -- buying a high efficiency furnace, radiant floor heating system or solar-paneled roof -- there also are things you can do to cut energy usage that won’t cost you a dime.
 
Greener Lighting
If you had to choose a buzzword for 2009 it would be "green". One of the easiest, and most obvious places towards making your home more green is to cut back is on the amount of electricity you use, starting with the lighting.
 
Compare the electrical contractors
When it comes to needing electrical work performed on your home, one way that you can think economically in regards to hiring an electrician is to choose your electrician based upon his or her travel charge.
 
Tips to make your home more energy efficient
As cold weather advances, homeowners throughout the country can expect to see a substantial increase in energy prices. The price of heating oil, natural gas and electricity is projected to jump by nearly 20 percent. To maximize a home's energy efficiency, consider these tips.
 
New energy: Conservation

Low home maintenance, money saved and quality of life, that’s what conservation is about.

 

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