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Electric heat pump systems work best in moderate climates, where the summer temperatures don't go off the charts and the winter cold isn't too drastic.

Installing geothermal home heating and cooling saves money on utility bills; it's also hyped by green building consulting companies. Thermal energy is sustainable.

Electric heat pumps are the best AC/heating systems for moderate climates. Technical research is leading to energy efficiency, high SEER ratings, and green building.

The home's circuit breaker box, or service panel, should have labeling that identifies which electrical circuits correspond to which electrical fuse or circuit breaker.

When disaster strikes, a backup generator can save the day. Power blackouts, hurricanes, and ice storms! Prepare with a power supply and an automatic transfer switch.

Insulation maintains the home's temperature. It pays for itself in energy conservation and lower utility bills. Use spray insulation for new homes, blown for existing.

When it's time for fridge repair, it's time for refrigerator troubleshooting. Whether it's a Samsung with a bad compressor, or an LG, diagnose and fix the appliance

Is last year's homeowners insurance quote valid? Perhaps not, because of mortgage volatility, home additions, or kitchen, bathroom, basement, and other remodeling.

Air conditioner units cool the home and set the humidity level. Conventional systems remove humidity, swamp coolers add it. SEER ratings equal energy efficiency.

The energy efficiency of a central air conditioner: SEER rating, Condenser and Evaporator maintenance, and cleaning and calibrating an analog or digital thermostat.

Get cash rebates for Energy Star® appliance purchases. Unique state government stimulus incentive programs will list qualifying new appliances.

Cash for Appliances, available as soon as November 2009, is an energy star government program where consumers purchasing a new appliance may be eligible for a rebate.

Avoid home break-ins, even in gated communities. In a slow economy, protect property by installing home security systems: sound-attenuation monitors and motion sensors.

Avoid home break-ins, even in gated communities. In a slow economy, protect property by installing home security systems: sound-attenuation monitors and motion sensors.

From the roof to the heating to the floors, environmentally friendly materials and features for eco home design that will save you money as well as save the environment.

With electricity and gas bills skyrocketing, it's more important than ever to make energy usage adjustments to the home and its appliances. Take control of utility bills.

It takes sustainable building materials to build a green home. It will cost more. But it's a good investment in home equity, and if done right, will lower utility bills.

It might be time to replace that old refrigerator or clothes dryer. The federal "Cash for Appliances" program will begin in most states by the end of 2009.

Need a new stove, washing machine, water heater or heating system? Get a $50 to $200 rebate starting in November 2009 with Cash for Appliances.

Obama's economic stimulus bill altered energy efficiency tax credits benefiting homeowners upgrading windows, installing geothermal heat pumps, solar panels, and more.

Indoor air quality is a hot topic, since more efforts are being taken to seal the home for energy efficiency. Radon, carbon monoxide, and mold spores can be deadly.

Save money on appliances by taking advantage of a new government rebate offer set to begin later this year. Energy Star appliance rebates will will be set by each state.

With energy bills increasing, many homeowners are installing residential solar panels. This is a green, renewable energy source and each solar array produces 10 Watts.

Find out what items qualify to be purchased tax-free in the State of North Carolina during the annual Energy Star sales tax holiday.

Find out what items qualify to be purchased tax-free in the state of Virginia during the annual Energy Star and WaterSense sales tax holiday.

Some homeowners prefer to use a lawn care service to maintain the grounds of the suburban castle. Others choose to DIY. At the core of their arsenal is the lawn mower.