In many regions of the country, air conditioning is a necessity to survive the sweltering hot summers. But while forgoing AC in your home may not be an option, you … READ MORE What Type of Air Conditioner Is Right for You?
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You can’t live without a refrigerator, and you can’t turn it off. On top of that, the refrigerator is one of the biggest energy consumers in the typical home. That’s … READ MORE Energy-Efficient Refrigerator Buying Guide
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If your home has a water softener, chances are good that it’s performing reliably and dependably. After all, water softeners don’t see a whole lot of rough and tumble action. … READ MORE How to Choose a Water Softener
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With the increasing amount of waste in landfills, many people have started opting for a little- or no-waste lifestyle. Having just a mason jar’s worth of trash for an entire … READ MORE 5 Ways to Replace Disposable Products to Save Money & R…
Read more →When your air conditioning unit starts acting up, you face a critical and potentially expensive decision: Do you call in a repair person, attempt to fix the appliance yourself or … READ MORE How Do I Know if My AC Unit is Dying?
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Welcome to the Take Charge of Your Home series from Direct Energy! Hiring a professional to perform household maintenance may offer convenience and peace of mind. You can do many of these … READ MORE How to Replace Your Thermostat, Part Two: Inst…
Read more →Welcome to the Take Charge of Your Home series from Direct Energy! Hiring a professional to perform household maintenance may offer convenience and peace of mind. You can do many of these … READ MORE How to Replace Your Thermostat, Part One: Choo…
Read more →When a major home appliance breaks down, you need to act quickly to either repair or replace it, especially when it’s an absolutely essential piece of equipment like a furnace … READ MORE Should You Repair or Replace Your Home’s Appliances?…
Read more →One of the simplest measures you can take to save energy around your home is turning the lights off when you aren’t using them. If you are wondering why you … READ MORE Saving Energy by Turning Off Lights
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Most homeowners don’t think too much about their fuse boxes until they want to install an outlet, ceiling fan, or light fixture, or one of the fuses blows. While it’s … READ MORE Fuse Box & Circuit Breaker Safety Tips
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