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Get More Shade When You Need It
Insider secrets # 16Your home will never be cool in summer without effective shading. Because every home is different it may not be possible to implement the most effective shading options. Basically, there are three...
Don’t Get Conned By Your Air Conditioner. It Works For You… Remember!
Insider secrets # 15Split systems can be amazingly efficient heaters and coolers, but one thing that makes them less efficient is when they get dirty; as they’re continuously pumping air, they can get choked up with...
Lighting Up Outside Responsibly
Insider secrets # 14Exterior floodlights, especially those with a movement sensor, can come with light globes of 150 watts. As there are generally two lights per outdoor unit, 300 watts of light comes on whenever there...
Upgrade Your Downlights Today
Insider secrets # 13In part 2 of the downlight segment, we are going to discuss what we might do in order to fix the issues with LED lamps. The best outcome is to get rid of all the downlights, fix the ceiling, and...
Not All Downlights Are Created Equal
Insider secrets # 12There are multiple reasons why halogen is not a good idea, the first being the degradation of insulation. When you’ve got quite a few halogen downlights, you’re going to be missing between 7% and...
Sealing Pipe Penetrations – A Crucial Step Toward Improving Thermal Energy Efficiency in Your Home
When it comes to energy efficiency in our homes, we often focus on insulation, windows, and doors. However, one vital aspect that is often overlooked is sealing pipe penetrations. These small openings can significantly...
Did You Really Mean To Have Your Floors So Cold?
Insider secrets # 10If you have got gas ducted heating with outlets in a timber floor, then this Insider Secret is for you. Sometimes there are gaps you’re not aware of inside the heating duct that you can locate by...
Who Knew That Your Dishwasher Soaks Your Dishes And Soaks Your Energy Costs
Insider secrets # 9It is common to detect draughts coming out from around dishwashers. This can be explained when taking a closer look at kitchen construction. When you have a look at a new kitchen from a draught...
Save Money Or Save The Planet On Your Energy Consumption? You Can Do Both
Insider secrets # 8I recently took my own advice and went to energymadeeasy.gov.au to get a better electricity deal. I entered my postcode that redirected me to the Victorian site where I got my $50 bonus just for...
Imagine An Extra $50 Per Month In Your Pocket
Insider secrets # 7Unless you are well set up and very efficient, you probably buy electricity and possibly gas from an energy retailer. Getting the best possible deal may save you money. There are many energy...
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