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Sealing Home Ductwork? OK, So What Products Are You Using?

You’re planning on sealing home ductwork? You might assume that the product to use is duct tape. Ironically, standard duct tape is the last thing you should use for this

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Home Air Leaks: A Guide To Finding Them And Fixing Them

The only good news about home air leaks is that you can seal most of them. But first you have to find them. Here are a few tips that will

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You Can Count On Saving Energy When You Insulate Your Water Heater Tank

Bundling up your water heater storage tank with quality insulation can help you save energy and money. The water heater can account for up to 25 percent of a conventional home’s

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Crawl Spaces: Hidden Energy Hogs

Any area of your home that is adjacent to the outdoors is susceptible to energy loss through air leaks and improper insulation. This includes crawl spaces, attics and exterior walls.

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Attic Sealing Goes A Long Way: Increase Comfort And Efficiency With These Strategies

One of the biggest sources of energy loss in many homes is through the attic. Conditioned air is drawn into the attic through leaks between the top level of your

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See How Your Energy Savings Measures Up With Other Sacramento Homes

Different regions have different home comfort requirements, but no matter where you live, energy savings is important in today’s economy and for the environment. In the Sacramento area, the range

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Six Things You Can Do To Boost The Efficiency Of Your HVAC System

California consumers tend to be environmentally conscious, striving to be green in every aspect of their lives. Your home consumes a lot of energy just for cooling and heating, so

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Duct Sealing Is Critical To Energy Efficiency

Your ductwork is one of the critical elements that contributes to your household’s efficiency. You can think of your ductwork as your home’s circulatory system, distributing conditioned air, maintaining comfortable

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