Forum: Conservation
07-20-17, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 18,553
A/C repair dropped my power usage by 45%!
Folks, its been a long time since I've been here. My time is so limited I don't spend much time on the web anymore. This fortunate accident seems big enough I should share with like minded people.
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Forum: Conservation
04-03-16, 04:58 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 8,458
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Forum: Conservation
03-02-16, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 19,785
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
03-01-16, 02:34 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 9,702
Programmable thermostats are super easy to...
Programmable thermostats are super easy to install as well. A decent basic thermostat like the honeywell pro 4000 costs about $35 and installs in 15 minutes. 4-5 low voltage wires and you're done. ...
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Forum: Conservation
11-21-15, 10:14 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 6,306
Looking a little further, all the 6 speed fans...
Looking a little further, all the 6 speed fans have a dc motor and they use half the power of the ac motors, around 30 watts on high speed. While some are pricey there are several models in the $160...
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
11-13-15, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 19,624
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Forum: Conservation
09-23-15, 10:14 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 5,733
Cooling degree days, it was warmer this year!
I was comparing my energy usage from the last 2 years and was surprised to find that despite what I perceived to be a more mild summer we had more cooling degree days this year. Even the local...
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Forum: Solar Power
06-21-15, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 29,582
I just finished my first whole month billing...
I just finished my first whole month billing cycle with my small array. 638 kwh of usage total, in June I used less power than January and thats with gas heating. Which is actually tied for my 3rd...
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Forum: Tools
05-14-15, 02:26 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 18,489
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
05-14-15, 02:19 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 11,925
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Forum: Solar Power
05-01-15, 04:15 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 29,582
I managed to replace my subpanel last week and...
I managed to replace my subpanel last week and tie in the pv on saturday. I haven't had the time to sort out the envoy system monitor. It shows connected to the web but hasn't discovered my equipment...
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
05-01-15, 03:31 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 19,624
Gable end
http://i1204.photobucket.com/albums/bb410/gtojohn1965/cabin%20build%20spicewood/CAM01103.jpg (http://s1204.photobucket.com/user/gtojohn1965/media/cabin%20build%20spicewood/CAM01103.jpg.html)
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
05-01-15, 02:53 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 19,624
The cabin rough framing might be finished this...
The cabin rough framing might be finished this weekend. I've been busy with work while my carpenter has been working away at it. Improvised design changes... I added a gable to the south facing roof...
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Forum: Conservation
04-20-15, 10:19 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 12,178
New label ...
New label
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Forum: Solar Power
04-20-15, 10:16 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 29,582
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
04-10-15, 11:56 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 7,259
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Forum: Tools
03-29-15, 11:56 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 6,639
They're out there on Amazon $113 and ebay for...
They're out there on Amazon $113 and ebay for less. Mine was an open box special for $35. They come standard with only one sensor, which works for folks with balanced 220v. The sensor for my other...
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Forum: Conservation
03-21-15, 03:28 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 9,526
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Forum: Solar Heating
03-20-15, 03:28 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 18,772
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Forum: Conservation
02-28-15, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 6,977
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
02-18-15, 03:33 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 19,624
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
02-17-15, 04:00 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 19,624
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
02-17-15, 03:37 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 19,624
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
02-13-15, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 19,624
Cabin Build in TX Hill Country
After months of planning and daydreaming I broke ground yesterday on my cabin build. At this moment only 5 piers have been poured with 13 more to go.
Overview plan is budget minded off grid build....
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Forum: Lighting
01-22-15, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 28,768
Another reason for the skylight is aesthetics....
Another reason for the skylight is aesthetics. Our kitchen is now in the middle of our house without windows. I prefer bright work areas and natural daylight. Daylight helps keep people happy and...
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