Forum: Forum News & Feedback
09-27-11, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 33,709
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Forum: Solar Power
08-10-11, 01:36 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 19,976
Yeah, Solar Thermal is definitely the most...
Yeah, Solar Thermal is definitely the most efficient way to go when it comes to solar water heating. One reason I am not looking at it now is because I want to sell the home in less than two years....
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Forum: Solar Power
08-10-11, 12:40 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 19,976
Thanks for reply the Rich. I have been to...
Thanks for reply the Rich. I have been to builditsolar.com before and spent many hours reading over their extensive resources, most of which seems tailored to bigger solar powered projects.
I have...
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Forum: Solar Power
08-09-11, 10:47 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 19,976
I need an introduction to Solar Power
Hi Everyone,
I am hoping someone can provide me with some resources on understanding solar power and basic knowledge on how to utilize it.
Most internet searches I do result in websites selling...
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Forum: Conservation
06-10-11, 06:33 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 9,692
You are welcome! I do not know if Fluidmaster...
You are welcome! I do not know if Fluidmaster should be avoided. When looking at the product, it is fairly similar in design to the components of my Trebol toilet. However, the bowl shape is far...
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Forum: Conservation
06-09-11, 09:20 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 9,692
Fluid Master? Waste of Money
Hey Everyone,
It has been a while since I've done any renos to the home so I finally decided to something about getting a dual flush toilet. When I first looked into to getting a Dual Flush...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
05-13-11, 04:59 PM
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Replies: 91
Views: 111,951
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Forum: Lawn and Garden
05-04-11, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 11,595
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
03-27-11, 12:40 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 17,438
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Forum: Conservation
02-19-11, 02:23 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 7,995
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Forum: Introductions
02-01-11, 10:58 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 4,328
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Forum: Conservation
01-26-11, 07:16 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 21,078
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
01-19-11, 03:41 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 29,985
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
01-19-11, 11:21 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 29,985
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Forum: Conservation
01-17-11, 05:40 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 17,912
Daox and Ryland. Thank you for your replies. I...
Daox and Ryland. Thank you for your replies. I managed to find a Dap brand Chaulk that is good to -37C. I also decided to skip the Bubble wrap and use Celfort foam instead. This basement is used for...
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Forum: Conservation
01-14-11, 01:30 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 17,912
Losing Expensive Warmth out my Basement Windows
Hi Everyone,
I discovered a nice draft a while back when I was messing around in the basement and it was coming from the window. I have two windows (about 16-24 inches below grade in window wells)...
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Forum: Conservation
01-03-11, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 31,625
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Forum: Introductions
01-02-11, 12:34 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,326
Well the first two days provided me with a more...
Well the first two days provided me with a more constant water temp in my showers. Gas usage may be too hard to determine as my furnace runs constantly to fight the harsh winters of the Great White...
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
01-02-11, 12:29 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 15,386
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Forum: Introductions
12-30-10, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,326
I found a brand called "Woods" at the hardware...
I found a brand called "Woods" at the hardware store last night for use with the block heater. Also found water pipe insulation and hot water tank jacket.
The jacket looked like foil lined bubble...
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Forum: Introductions
12-29-10, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,326
In preparation of winter I reset my front door...
In preparation of winter I reset my front door and spray foamed (great stuff) the jam to frame. The builder used one single screw to mount the latch side of the door jam. Constant use of the door led...
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Forum: Introductions
12-29-10, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 5,326
New Lurker Here
Hi Everyone,
I finally registered so I can look at the attachments and pics that go along with these posts. I am always looking for ideas on reducing energy usage so I guess it is time to be a...
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