Introduction Indoor air pollutants are unwanted, sometimes harmful materials in the air. They range from dusts to chemicals to radon. Air cleaners are devices that…
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An insulating material’s resistance to conductive heat flow is measured or rated in terms of its thermal resistance or R-value -- the higher the R-value,…
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The "Not-So-Technical" Explanation of How an Air Conditioner Works An air conditioner is basically a refrigerator without the insulated box. An air conditioner is doing…
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Air Conditioners It might surprise you to know that buying a bigger room air-conditioning unit won't necessarily make you feel more comfortable during the hot…
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Introduction to Molds Molds produce tiny spores to reproduce. Mold spores waft through the indoor and outdoor air continually. When mold spores land on a…
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Lead Paint Risk During Renovation: What You Need to Know & What the EPA Requires Lead is a toxic metal used in several household related…
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How to Read Residential Electric and Natural Gas Meters You can read your own meters to help monitor your electric or gas energy use. During…
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Energy Smart Shopping The ENERGY STAR® Label When you shop for a new appliance, look for the ENERGY STAR® label. ENERGY STAR products usually exceed…
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Insulation in your home provides resistance to heat flow. The more heat flow resistance your insulation provides, the lower your heating and cooling costs. Properly…
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How BTUs and EERs Work Most air conditioners have their capacity rated in BTUs, or British Thermal Units. A BTU is, generally, the amount of…
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