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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 only have surface-mounted lighting. There are a...

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 10% of the insulation, whilst you only need to be...

Insider secrets # 11Pipe penetrations can be found in cupboards, bathroom and ensuite vanities and possibly in your laundry cupboard. They are usually large holes to accommodate the pipes, which have been cut oversized leaving large gaps even after the pipes have been...

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 lifting the register off the outlet. Underneath that...

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 viewpoint, there are a number of factors at play: what...

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 going through this process!! Reviewing my energy...

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 comparison websites that compare tariffs if you do a web...

Insider secrets # 6Whilst gas ducted systems are quite common systems for heating the home, there are two good reasons for moving to an all-electric home. The first reason is an environmental reason. Gas is not a renewable energy source, and whilst it’s considered a...

Insider secrets # 5Deciding when to use appliances can be a good way of saving money on your energy bills. This mostly relates to appliances such as the dishwasher, washing machine, and if you have a pool, then a pool pump. If you have solar panels, and you are on the...

Insider secrets # 4In our home, we have what is called a “Time of Use Tariff”. That means that we have a Peak Tariff during the day from 7 am to 7 pm, and then a cheaper tariff called an Off-Peak Tariff that is applied from 11 pm to 7 am. The Off-Peak Tariff also...