Dear Jim: When severe weather hits, I want to be prepared, and I’m considering purchasing a backup generator for my…
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Dear Jim: We are planning to remodel our older home, and I’ve read that increasing thermal mass can improve energy…
Dear Jim: We are remodeling some rooms in our home and need new lighting options. I always used 60- and…
Dear Jim: Some rooms in our house are too hot or cold, and someone is always complaining. What can we…
Dear Jim: My kitchen faucet has a very slow drip, and the finish is worn. I want to replace it…
Dear Jim: I often feel chilly in my home, especially during the winter months. I know electric resistance heating can…
Dear Jim: We like to use our open wood-burning fireplace, but it makes the rest of the house cold. Our…
Dear Jim: I wonder if I should buy new appliances. Other than just comparing EnergyGuide labels, how can I determine…
Dear Jim: I want to keep my utility bills as low as possible. With the heating season soon upon us,…
Dear Jim: My 80-gallon electric water heater is getting old, but it does not leak. I imagine there are some…