Unlock the Potential of Solar Energy with Stock Tank Heaters
Keeping Your Livestock Water from Freezing with a Stock Tank Heater Winter can be a tough time for farmers and ranchers, especially when it comes to keeping their livestock's water from freezing. One solution to this problem is the use of a stock tank heater.
Solar, Wind and Energy Efficiency Basics
Did you know that many off-grid homes are totally energy and water sufficient? They are not connected to, or dependent upon utility power lines, city water supplies, and sewers. The best part? You can do that as well! So here are a few essential facts…
Portable Solar Space Heaters: The Ultimate Guide
When someone mentions space heaters, what usually comes to mind is some device drawing kilowatts of electric power. But it doesn't have to be like that. For the last 10 years, I have successfully used a solar powered heater and the free sun's energy for…
The Truth about Bubble Wrap Window Insulation (Surprising New Data)
Today I'm going to show you how I improved [drastically!] the energy efficiency of my home using bubble wrap insulation on single glazed windows. When I did it for the first time, it took me like 2 hours to insulate windows with bubble wrap. Do…
Window and Door Insulation for Winter: How to Keep the Cold From Creeping Into Your Home?
In this post, I'll share the best tips on window and door insulation for winter. By applying the quick wins I'm about to explain, you can enhance your home's temperature levels without spending hundreds of dollars on home repairs. Keep reading to learn about several…
3 Important Reasons to Replace Your Windows
Windows are integral in every home, letting in natural light and brighten living areas. However, it is important to make sure your windows are up to date, safe, and functioning correctly. New windows increase the value of a home. They are more energy-efficient, lowering your…
Best DIY Solar Forums [in 2023]
Today I'm going to show you what are the best DIY solar forums that helped me gain valuable ideas (and even some less known tricks) for most of the solar projects that I have successfully built in the past. The truth is, I was one…
How to Store Excess Solar Energy at Home [without Batteries!]
If you wondering how to store excess solar energy at home, today I am going to show you a very effective solution (how to store solar energy diy) without using expensive solar panels and batteries. In fact, this exact solar storage technique helped me increase…
Plug it on the Window: Solar Powered Outlet 110V AC - Portable Power Generator
Have you ever wondered how to turn your windows into a solar powered outlet with a 110 Volt AC socket? A portable solar generator with an AC outlet is the perfect answer how to do this. But before I share it with you, Spoiler alert:…
Homemade Sand Battery [DIY Climate Battery]
The concept of a "sand battery" may seem unusual, but most recent experiments with cheap materials led to a super-simple (and cheap!) storage medium for excess heat harnessed from solar power. In this article, we will explore the potential advantages and disadvantages of using sand…
Cleaning Solar Panels with Simple Green
Today I'm going to show you how to do a thorough cleaning of solar panels with "Simple Green". The truth is, the procedure I'm about to show you is way much safer than scrubbing the panels on the roof. It can be applied to all…
7-step Guide: Best Residential Solar Panel Systems for Houses
Today you're going to learn how to choose among the best solar panels systems for houses and how to install them [FAST]. In fact, I'm going to show you the exact steps that helped me get rid of enormous utility bills. The best part? These…
The Best Solar Panel Companies In Maryland [in 2024]
Maryland is an ambitious player in the US solar energy industry, listed as 17th in the National Solar Ranking. With an installed capacity of 1,288.70 MW, Maryland generates enough solar energy to supply 4.23% of its power consumption, powering 147,244 homes. The installed solar capacity…
Air Conditioning: Keep Cool the Energy-Efficient Way
Air-conditioning: it's a relief on a hot summer's day — until your monthly utility bill arrives. But it doesn't have to be that way. With the right air conditioning unit and a few good habits, you can stay cool for a lot less this summer.
Cost of Installing a Bay Window [in 2023]
Bay windows can offer a beautiful and unique view from any home. They provide a wider range of view than a standard window because they are built to extend from an outside wall. As a result, this can help to make a room seem larger…
How to Clean the Sink Overflow? [4 Easy Tips]
It is a common thing for a sink overflow to get clogged. If the hole keeps getting blocked, the excess water gets out of control, and your floor can be flooded. Besides that, if the sink overflow is not cleaned regularly, it is more likely…
Energy Efficiency & Building Fundamentals: Anatomy of Windows and Doors
If you ask ten kids to draw a picture of a house, I can almost guarantee that they’ll all include a door and at least one big window. Ask those same kids 25 years later to describe their dream houses, and I predict they will…
Best Heat Insulation for Roof and 3 Mistakes to Avoid (NEW)
Your home may look so beautiful and all attractive, especially if you have asphalt shingles or tesla solar tiles / solar panels mounted on the roof. But there are so many roof insulation building components that go behind the drywall to keep it that way.
How to Increase The Value of Your Home with Renovations
In this post we are going to explain what and how to renovate and increase the value of your home and how to hire a remodeler. Let's dive right in. The real estate market in America has been pretty unstable lately, and it has become…
Greenhouse Subterranean Heating and Cooling System Explained
Today you're going to learn about the SHCS - short for Subterranean Heating and Cooling System, also called "the Climate Battery". It is an innovative approach to optimized solar greenhouse heating and cooling design that uses the magic of phase-change for heat exchange. This proven…
6 Best Residential Solar Design Practices
Before even thinking about going solar, you need to learn about the guidelines and solar design best practices. You must be asking why? It will save you a lot of money and disappointments in the long run. And today we are going to show you…
What Wikipedia Can’t Tell You about LED Replacement Bulbs
Performance and technology behind LED replacement bulbs are continuously improving. At the same time, prices are going down, which makes LEDs an affordable solution for many homeowners. Did you know that traditional (incandescent) light bulbs are actually electric space heaters that give off light only as…
Bathroom Products that Conserve Water: 3 Easy Tips [2021 Update]
This post will help you determine which products in your home consume the most water and how to conserve water the easy way. Once you have a clear idea about water consumption, savings can be easily achieved, usually with a quite small investments. Did you…
Solar Cells: How They Work
An amazing amount of power comes blasting out of the sun every day. As a result, nearly all the energy and movement on planet Earth have the sun as an ultimate source. What other power sources do we have on earth? It has been estimated…
Solved: How to Cover Old Window Sills with PVC
All over the country, homeowners are forced to paint old wood window sills and trim year after year. Even after replacing the window with a new vinyl replacement window, the old window sill is still exposed to the rain, wind and sun. A common remedy…
If I Replace my Windows do I Save Energy and Money?
Many people make it a goal to become more environmentally conscious in the New Year. Suppose you are looking to go green when it comes to your home. In that case, one significant step is to make the switch to energy-efficient windows that will help you…
What are the Most Energy Efficient Windows?
This is the truth about the most energy-efficient window: The most energy-efficient windows are concrete walls. But seriously, all major window manufacturers make Energy Star-rated windows because energy efficiency is really in right now. Federal rebates are nationwide, although pricing typically varies by area. The…
Why You Should Consider a Solar Powered Greenhouse
When it comes to heating their greenhouses, gardeners are always looking for better options that offer unique improvements. Solar technology is a good match for their needs, especially since there are better solar greenhouse options coming online all the time. So let's start with an…
Solar LED Flashlight that Unfolds to Recharge
Very cool solar LED flashlight called the "SunLight" is constructed using a combination of foldable 3Watt solar panel and hi-power LEDs. This useful and unique gadget represents a lovely artistic creation. Hermann Eske invented the SunLight. It is a solar-powered flashlight with foldable solar panels hidden beneath…