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Why You Should Consider Tstuds: Pros and Cons (Plus Costs) 

The Tstud is a new engineered-framing product generating plenty of chatter in the construction industry. While some think it’s the future of frame-building, others have reservations. 

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The AI Green Addendum: All About The Process (Plus My Story)

The AI Green Addendum is a property appraisal that assesses how green your property is. Although you pay out-of-pocket to do it, the results can pay back dividends.

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Realtor GREEN Designation: All About The NAR Certification

The GREEN Designation equips realtors with the knowledge to sell more green homes. Keep reading to learn more about the program, along with details if you’re looking into getting the certification yourself.

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What is a Sink Built Into The Toilet? (And Where to Buy)

A bathroom has two vital components—a sink and a toilet. In the US, these items are typically separate and have their own areas in the bathroom. In other parts of the world, particularly places with limited space, they’ve found a way to combine the two most essential elements of a bathroom into one unit.

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Small Wind Turbine Tax Credits You Can Apply For Right Now

Small wind turbine tax credits are another incentive to install these energy-efficient systems on your property.

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The Best House Wraps You Can Buy Today (9 Top Brands)

When choosing the best house wrap for your home, it’s essential to consider the type of material, brand reputation, and product warranties. The top house wrap brands will not only protect your house, but it can also improve your home’s energy efficiency.

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Heat Pump Water Heaters in Your Garage: All You Need To Know

Are you planning to install a water heater in your garage for extra warmth? Heat pumps are an excellent choice for homeowners looking to upgrade their exhausted fossil fuel water heaters with newer and more efficient heat pumps.

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Why Are Heat Pump Water Heaters So Much More Efficient?

In the past decade, heat pump water heaters have been gaining popularity as a more energy-efficient alternative to conventional storage water heaters. HPWHs can save homeowners hundreds of dollars each year on their energy bills.

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How Much Energy Does Each Home Appliance Use? (With Chart)

Energy makes the world go round, and nowhere is that more apparent than your home! According to the US Energy Information Administration, in 2021, the average amount of electricity a home in the US used was 10,632 kilowatt-hours. So, how much of that is used by each household component?

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Can You Plug a Heat Pump Water Heater Into a Regular Outlet?

Electric water heaters are notorious for needing the rewiring to provide a 240-volt outlet capable of powering them. Not only is this bad for the environment, but it is also a hassle to install and costs a lot to run. Thankfully, new developments in water heater technology are changing this—they’re called heat pump water heaters.

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Home Greywater Systems: Your Ultimate FAQ Answered

According to the Philadelphia water department, the average American family uses more than 300 gallons (1,135.62 liters) of water daily. Surprisingly, a significant percentage of this water goes to waste as greywater from sinks, bathtubs, and laundry machines, increasing water bills.

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How Much Energy (Money) Can Turning Off Device Screens Save?

The number of screens in the average American household is only growing, as a 2017 report states that most homes have 7.3 screens.
But will turning off these screens when not in use save you money and energy?

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