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Mold is a serious problem for many homes, especially those in humid climates. However, some areas of your home are going to be more likely to have mold, even if you live in the middle of a dry desert. Here are some tips on how to make sure that you don’t get mold, and how to handle it if it is already a problem. There are numerous kinds of mold that can attack a house. Most are non-lethal, but black mold is a whole other story. This is a pernicious mold that not only destroys your home, but it

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Hot water heaters , because they are without a tank, provide many advantages to anyone getting one. This type of heaters do not only save on space but they are also reasonably priced and thus people who want to make use of them can get their hands on one at a number of online stores that stock these kinds of products. They have become much more popular in recent times due to the issues raised by environmental factions for “greener” lifestyles and products – i.e. environmentally friendly. These

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Earlier this week we wrote about how to install a new water heater . To accomplish that job, the first thing you’ll need to do is pick out a new heater. All electric water heaters are not created equal. Here’s some things to consider the next time you’re in the market: Tankless vs. Traditional Water Heaters A traditional tank-based water heater stores pre-heated water in a resevoir. When you turn on a hot water spigot, hot water flows out of the tank and cold water flows in. The tank s

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I don’t want to embarrass anyone, so I ‘m not taking names. But I wonder how many people reading this article know the difference between a boiler and a hot water heater. Very simply put, boilers are sealed vessels where water is converted to steam. The simplest boiler is an electric water boiler, or electric kettle, designed to boil water and provide a ready source of hot water for making tea or hot chocolate. A hot water heater, on the other hand, is an appliance used for heating water above

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Quenchua 2-second tent Okay, so maybe your camping trip doesn’t exactly require the same amount of planning as the invasion of Normandy, but if you want to be prepared to have some fun on your next trip into the great outdoors, you might want to include a little foresight and strategy. So what are the top strategies for camping? Read on. Mentally walk yourself through the trip. Our daily routines are forgettable because they’re our routines – we don’t know exactly what goes into them.

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If this article was a quiz, and I asked you to tell me the difference between a hot water heater and a boiler, how well would you do? Very simply put, boilers are sealed vessels where water is converted to steam. The simplest boiler is an electric water boiler, or electric kettle, designed to boil water and provide a ready source of hot water for making tea or hot chocolate. A hot water heater, on the other hand, is an appliance used for heating water above its ambient temperature. In industria

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I’m wondering if anyone installed a condensing gas storage-type water heater and got a rebate through the ecoEnergy program. They offer $375 which is matched by the Ontario government for this type of tank. The brochure states it must be 94% or better. So far the only tanks I found that meet these specs are either commercial units or meant for space heating. They are more expensive than tankless units. Source: RedFlagDeals

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The most important (and often neglected or misunderstood) aspect of purchasing and installing an electric tankless water heater is selecting the proper model for a specific household demand. So, how do one sizes a tankless water heater for optimal on-demand hot water delivery? The process of sizing a tankless water heater involves six steps: 1.Temperature Rise The entire operation of a tankless water heater is based on how hot you want your water to be when you use it. Thi

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(This is part of YNAB’s weekly free Savings Tips sent to your inbox on Tuesdays. These are meant to be high-impact tips that will save you significant amounts of money. If you’d like to subscribribe, click here and sign up for the newsletter. Be sure the Savings Tip box is checked!) 1. Forgo using your central heating system and opt for space heaters (this is especially effective if you have a larger house and are really only in a few rooms during the day anyway). 2. Use ceiling fans

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There are a number of brands of tankless hot water heaters on the market today. More people than ever before are impressed with the benefits of owning a tankless hot water heater including the cost savings on energy consumption and financial savings. One brand that has a great [...]

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Regardless of what time of the year it is you can usually catch me wearing one of my many pairs of Flip Flops around town. It’s my shoe of choice, which means I need to get my pedicures regularly. Nails salons are usually a far cry from anything eco-friendly, so I was really excited to find an environmentally friendly nail salon around town! Mani Pedi Cutie is an ultra chic salon located in Hermosa Beach, CA on Pier Ave. http://www.manipedicutie.com/ The owners of this sa

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Not only do tankless water heaters take up little space, but they are more energy efficient than standard storage tank units. Gas tankless water heaters cut water heating expenses by 30% because these models only heat water on an as-needed basis. Conventional storage tank types consume energy round the clock to keep water in the tank hot. Plus, with gas tankless units, you’ll never run out of hot water.Another benefit of gas tankless water heaters is the longer lifespan (about 20 years) comp

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Here’s a bunch of interesting plumbing DIYs from SF Plumbing Sewer Specialists : Learn how to solder copper pipes and copper joints . Don’t like to pay plumbers? Try this DIY on how to install/replace your own toilet . Did you know that tankless heaters can save you money for small apartments/condos/homes? Check out how tankless water heaters work here. Finally, if you need a plumber, make sure he/she provides you with free camera inspection at the least, read up on how to hire a

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Living Room Tour Atlanta’s First Eco-Friendly Decorators’ Show House July 16 – August 9. ATLANTA – Pace Homebuilders is proud to present Greenhaven, the first eco-friendly Decorators’ Show House in Atlanta. Open to the public Thursday, July 16 – August 9, 2009, Greenhaven will showcase the latest in sustainable interior design, state-of-the-art technology and energy efficiency. The home will feature over 20 of Atlanta’s top interior designers, each with a fresh and unique perspective on ec

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