Consumers who are interested in energy-efficient appliances, electronics and other items can find a reliable guide in the U.S. government’s Energy Star program. A joint effort of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy, this program...
The efficiency of the system you select when you upgrade your furnace will generally dictate the purchase price — higher efficiency systems typically cost more. However, if you’re on a budget, then don’t resign yourself to the erroneous fact that you can’t get...
Unexpected severe weather is frequently the source of power outages. When an early Nor’easter weather system roared up the northeastern coast of the United States in late October 2011, it left more than three dozen dead, dropped unseasonably heavy snowfall, and downed...
Inconsistent temperatures in your house can be an ongoing source of seasonal discomfort and family disagreement. This problem is especially prevalent in multiple-story homes and larger ranch-style houses. Since warm air rises and cold air sinks, upper floors are...
