It’s Time to Reverse Your Ceiling Fans
Photo: NelsonLBriceno (Shutterstock) As the temperature starts to drop and you turn your heat on for the first time, don’t ignore your ceiling fans. You can use them to your…
These Tools Can Tell You If Buying a Car Is Actually Cheaper Than Uber
Depending on where you live, knowing what the most cost-effective mode of transportation is for you could save you hundreds of dollars a month. But is that public transit, using…
Whether to Turn on the A/C or Roll Down the Windows, According to Science
Rolling down the windows seems like the most eco-friendly and economical way to cool off when you’re driving. You don’t have to turn on the air conditioning, because you get…
Use a Candle to Find Mystery Air Leaks in Your House
Photo: bzzup (Shutterstock) With temperatures around the country plummeting over the past few days, any air leaks in your home have likely become particularly noticeable. Perhaps you knew these cracks…
No, Space Heaters Aren’t Really Cheaper Than Turning Up the Thermostat
Photo: New Africa (Shutterstock) We’re in for expensive gas bills this winter. Whenever I so much as think about turning up the thermostat, I can hear my dad’s voice telling…
How to Maximize the Heat From Your Fireplace
Photo: Jens Lambert (Shutterstock) Rising energy costs means that most of us will be paying more to heat our homes this winter. And unfortunately, that’s only one of many price…
10 Common Household Items That Are Using Too Much Energy
Photo: Ground Picture (Shutterstock) If you still have a set-top DVR or a cable box, it’s probably using more energy than you think. Per How-to Geek, DVR boxes could use…
How to Heat Your Home Without Accidentally Burning It Down
Photo: New Africa (Shutterstock) If you’re one of those fancy-pants types with central heating in your home, this article won’t apply to you, but if you’re living in a place…
The Cost Difference Between Using LED and Incandescent Lightbulbs
Photo: Tutatamafilm (Shutterstock) Light bulbs are one of those things that you don’t really pay attention to until one burns out and you have to replace it. So when that…
You Probably Qualify for a Free (or Very Cheap) Smart Thermostat
Photo: SilasB (Shutterstock) There’s no such thing as a free lunch, but there is such thing as a free smart thermostat. Energy companies all over the country are offering rebates…