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  1. 15 Ways to Stay Cool & Save

    … you have air-conditioning. Let your heating and cooling system do the thinking for ..... ducts that cause drafts and make your heating and cooling system work overtime. The ..... block the sun's most intense rays from heating your home. And during the winter, leafless …

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  1. Basement Heating and Cooling

    Article

    … ground around them, so your existing heating system should provide the moderate amount ..... out basement cool in summer, consult a heating and cooling contractor to determine whether ..... well. If modifying or expanding the main heating and cooling system in your home is impractical …

  2. Heating Your Deck: The Ultimate Guide

    Video

    Create a warm, cozy outdoor space with outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire bowls, grills, chimineas, torches, space heaters, and more.

  3. Energy-Efficient Landscaping Tips

    Article

    … 25 percent of your home's energy for heating and cooling. A tree-shaded yard can ..... much as half. Windbreaks can cut winter heating bills by 10 to 30 percent. The Northeast ..... west side of your home. To reduce the heating costs during cold winter months, allow …

  4. Microwave Timing Hints

    Article

    … power (high) for four to six minutes or until meat is thoroughly cooked, stirring twice. Drain off fat. Pancake syrup ( heating ): In a microwave-safe measure, microwave syrup, uncovered, on 100 percent power (high) for 20 to 30 seconds for 1 …

  5. Environmentally Friendly Building and Remodeling Materials

    Article

    … performance windows, especially with low-emissivity (low-E) glazings, are among the best-known ways to save energy for heating and cooling. Water-saving appliances include Energy Star-rated dishwashers and front-loading washing machines. In the …

  6. HVAC Products and Systems

    Article

    … by learning about the different types of heating and cooling systems before you buy. A good heating , ventilating, and air-conditioning ..... systems with a furnace, heat pumps (for heating and cooling), duct-free systems, steam …

  7. Building a Simple Cold Frame

    Article

    … nightfall to preserve the day's warmth. To get the most use out of the frame, you should plan to add the insulation and heating options described on the next page. Insulation is critical to keeping temperature swings from overwhelming your cold frame …

  8. Controlling Heat

    Video

    With our insider tips, heating things up (and cooling them down) on your charcoal grill is almost as easy as turning a knob on a gas grill.

  9. Build a Fireplace Surround

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    A new surround and gas insert can make a once-unsightly fireplace a functional heating source and focal point. Make your own with our clear how-to.

  10. Super Bowl Sunday Entertaining Menu

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    Everything in this menu is made for lounging and watching the game: bowls of chili, dips and snacks to munch on, cookies to eat without a plate. After heating the chili on the stove, you can transfer it to a slow cooker to keep it hot for a few hours, so everyone can grab what they want when they ...

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