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How to Read LED Light Bulb Packages
Taking the time to read the LED bulb packaging and labels, can help you to select the right bulbs...
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How To Use Your Programmable Thermostat
By using a programmable thermostat, you can adjust the times you turn on the heat according to a pre-set...
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Homeowner’s Guide to Hot Water Heating
Water heating is the second largest energy use in houses, accounting for approximately 20 to 25 % of a home’s...
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Homeowner’s Guide to Oil and Gas Heating
Oil is the most common home heating fuel in Nova Scotia. Modern high efficiency condensing oil and natural gas equipment...
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Guide to Selecting and Working with a New Home Builder
From the decision to build until the day you move in, the process of building a new home can take...
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Guide to Comparing Quotes for Residential Heating Systems
If your heating system is less than 20 years old, it should still have some life left in it. You...
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Guide for Comparing Quotes for Insulation, Windows and Doors
A well sealed, insulated and properly ventilated home reduces the amount of energy your home uses – saving you money...
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Homeowner’s Guide to Reducing Energy Use in Mini-homes
Mini-homes are affordable to buy and usually cost less to maintain than a traditional home. While you may not be...
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Homeowner’s Guide to Heating with Electricity
Electricity is the second most common heating source in Nova Scotia. It offers convenience, eliminates combustion or fuel storage concerns,...
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Homeowner’s Guide to an Energy Efficient Home
Nova Scotian builders construct some of Canada’s most energy efficient homes. The best of these homes cost less than $500...