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a solar home battery (tesla powerwall) on the right and a home gas generator sitting outside on the left with a vs. sign in the middle

The Solar Home Battery vs. Home Generator Debate: Who Wins?

By Erin Shine
Posted in Solar Energy, Efficient Home Appliances, Renewable & Efficiency Technology
If you’re considering investing in an electrical solution for your home, you may wonder whether to use a solar home battery or a generator. Both offer significant advantages and can be beneficial depending on your needs.
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Is SIP Construction Considered Energy-Efficient?

By Erin Shine
Posted in Renewable & Efficiency Technology, Insulation, SIP Construction
Structural insulated panel (SIP) construction is becoming increasingly popular due to its fabrication and energy-saving efficiency. However, as a homeowner, you may wonder why it is considered energy-efficient for buildings and what this system’s additional benefits are.

The 11 Best A19 LED Regular Light Bulbs to Buy Right Now

By Erin Shine
Posted in Energy Efficient Lighting, Renewable & Efficiency Technology
This guide to the top A19 LEDs on the market will help you find the right bulb for your home or office.
TagsA19 Bulb, Energy Efficient Lighting, LEDs

The 10 Best (And Most Affordable) Dryer Balls for 2023

By Erin Shine
Posted in Efficient Home Appliances, Renewable & Efficiency Technology
This list reviews 10 of the most exceptional and affordable dryer balls so you can dry your laundry more efficiently in 2023.
TagsDryer Balls
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LED Light Bulbs: Do You Save By Upgrading From Incandescent?

By Erin Shine
Posted in Energy Efficient Lighting, Renewable & Efficiency Technology
LED light bulbs have genuinely revolutionized the lighting industry. Their benefits are countless, besting every other type of bulb available in virtually every way imaginable. One benefit is their extreme efficiency—you could realize significant savings by changing over from your old incandescent bulbs.
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What Are Dryer Balls Anyway (Do They Really Save Energy)?

By Erin Shine
Posted in Efficient Home Appliances, Home Affordability, Renewable & Efficiency Technology
Dryer balls are a reusable alternative to dryer sheets that increase energy efficiency. Keep reading to make your laundry days greener!
TagsDryer Balls, Energy efficiency

Does an A19 Bulb Fit into an E26 Medium Base? Find Out!

By Erin Shine
Posted in Energy Efficient Lighting, Renewable & Efficiency Technology
Have you ever pondered whether you can use an A19 bulb with an E26 medium base? This guide will tell you what you need to know!
TagsA19 Bulb, E26 Medium Base, Energy Efficient Lighting
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Can You Use A19 Light Bulbs in a Recessed Can Fixture?

By Erin Shine
Posted in Energy Efficient Lighting, Renewable & Efficiency Technology
A19 bulbs are both affordable and widely available, which is why many choose to use them in the majority of light fixtures in their homes. Even though A19 bulbs enjoy widespread compatibility thanks to their E26 bases, there is still some confusion surrounding their use in recessed can fixtures and downlights.
five a19 bulbs with the fourth one turned on and the words A19? pointing to the turned on one

A19 Light Bulbs: What Are They, Exactly?

By Erin Shine
Posted in Energy Efficient Lighting, Renewable & Efficiency Technology
A19 light bulbs are a popular option on the market for a good reason; they come in a standard household shape compatible with most lighting fixtures.

Your T Stud Ultimate FAQ: Everything You Wanted to Know

By Erin Shine
Posted in Building Science & Home Performance, Insulation, Renewable & Efficiency Technology
T studs feature a perpendicular alignment and two members, allowing for dowels in between that can break thermal bridges. Keep reading for more great information!
TagsGreen construction, T studs

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