Recent power outages in North America are a reminder of
how extensively we depend on electricity to function. Among other things, it
provides light and heat, keeps our food cool and brings the world into our homes
through our televisions and computers. As the demand for power has increased, so
has the incidence of blackouts and price increases in some parts of the country.
Homeowners have a strong incentive to save energy and money but often don't know
where to start. The following are some simple ways to plug the 'money drains'
around your home.
Gone are the days when no self-respecting dedicated
barbequer would be caught grilling dinner over a gas flame instead of charcoal
or wood embers. Today, many people are switching over for the convenience and
lower cost of cooking with gas. Getting that distinctive wood flavour, can
easily be achieved by using a smoke box filled with wood chips.
A home without adequate insulation can be drafty, cold
and expensive to heat. If your walls feel cold in the winter or your indoor air
feels warmer than outside temperatures in summer, you likely need to upgrade
your insulation. The investment can be very worthwhile especially if a few
important preparations are made first.
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