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A simple layer of aluminum foil beneath a roof can cut summer heat entering homes by up to 53%, researchers foundAttic heat gain significantly impacts home cooling costs during summer months. A thin layer of reflective aluminum foil can reduce this hea...- Millions of Americans seal leaky air ducts with duct tape, but Berkeley Lab tested dozens of sealants and found duct tape was the only one that failed “reliably and often catastrophically,” while foil tape and mastic heldScientists tested sealants and found duct tape fails quickly. Cloth-backed duct tape deteriorated within days under extreme temperature cyc...
- How Homes in the 1970s Kept Warm With Less HeatingHomes in the 1970s stayed warm with simpler heating. Families used smart design and passive solar techniques. They also adjusted their habi...
- Why Traditional Radiator Rules Do Not Work in Modern HomesOutdated radiator sizing rules are failing modern, well-insulated homes, leading to inefficiency and higher costs. New research from UK and...
- Why Your Home Feels Cold Even When the Thermostat Is HighMany homes feel cold even with the thermostat set high. This is often due to heat escaping through poorly insulated walls, ceilings, and fl...
- Americans, act fast: Big home energy tax credits set to expire in 2026 — here’s how to claim up to $5,000 before time runs outIf you’re thinking about upgrading your home with solar panels, energy-efficient windows, or a new HVAC system, the clock is ticking. Two o...
- How to save money on air conditioning? Follow these smart strategies to reduce AC billsStaying cool during the hot summer months doesn't have to result in exorbitant energy bills. By implementing these smart strategies, you ca...
- How will the government stimulus plan affect you?Millions of workers can expect to see about $13 extra in their weekly paychecks, starting around June, from a new $400 tax credit. Ghosts o...
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