Prices on oil and gas are not going to go lower. It's a good time to get serious about some specific improvements to your house. They will help your budget & will be selling points later.The costs of these projects range from a few dollars to over a thousand. Pick those you can afford with an eye to how long it will take to recoup your … [Read more...]
Do Fireplace Inserts Save Money?
Possibly. These inserts cost about $3,000-4000, so you initial cost is not cheap. The insert is supposed to keep more heat in your house than a fireplace without one. It seems you need a good air circulation fan from your furnace that you can run to get the heat moved around your house.Be sure to read all the comments to the linked … [Read more...]
Guide to Winterizing Your Home
You might want to do some of these things when the weather is not too cold. Other items can be done any time, but the sooner you do them the quicker you get the savings. If you can't afford to do all of these right now, how about making a list of the less expensive items to do as money permits? Or make a list of the most important to do first.Click … [Read more...]
5 Green Improvements that Will Add Value to Your Home
Insulation is good and most people appreciate energy efficient windows.Click title for more at PlanetGreen. … [Read more...]
Winterize Your Home to Save Big
In case you haven't heard, the US Northeast is supposed to have an extremely cold winter this year. The secret to saving money on your utility bills this winter is to take some basic steps to winterize your home. This article at the Dollar Stretcher is a good list of things to do. I'm adding to the list a bit. If you have an attic fan with vents in … [Read more...]