This document is a newsletter from a real estate agent providing information to homeowners. It discusses maintaining air conditioners over the summer, including cleaning coils and filters and checking refrigerant levels. It also provides tips for safe food handling when cooking outdoors, such as keeping meat refrigerated until use and using coolers to transport food. Additionally, it promotes home warranty services from Fidelity National Home Warranty.
This document provides tips for saving energy and money in various areas of the home, including the utility room, trash room, garage, kitchen, and living room. It discusses ways to improve the efficiency of heating and cooling systems, appliances, and vehicles. Key recommendations include scheduling annual maintenance, sealing air leaks, properly inflating tires, driving conservatively, and considering energy-efficient purchases.
Mitsubishi Electric offers efficient, individual room heating and cooling systems that provide precise temperature control without ductwork. Their systems use innovative INVERTER technology and advanced filters to provide comfortable, clean air while reducing energy costs compared to traditional systems. Customers can enjoy customized comfort in different rooms through flexible installation options.
This document provides tips for saving energy and money at home through proper insulation and sealing air leaks. It recommends conducting an energy audit to determine where your home loses energy and then formulating an efficiency plan. Key areas to inspect for insulation are the attic, walls, basement, crawl space, fireplace dampers, and around windows and doors for cracks. Proper levels of insulation can increase comfort while reducing heating and cooling costs. Hiring a contractor can help identify the most effective improvements.
Gas hearth appliances like fireplaces, stoves and inserts can provide zone heating for rooms while saving money on heating bills. They warm occupied rooms efficiently using gas power that still works during outages. Gas appliances are attractive, convenient options that are easy to install and maintain, providing warmth, ambiance and added value to homes. Professionals should perform installations to ensure safety.
The document provides safety tips for Halloween and discusses fire prevention. It recommends checking smoke alarm batteries, creating a 100 foot defensible space around homes by removing flammable vegetation, and maintaining plants with regular watering. Halloween safety tips include accompanying tweens, knowing their route and approved houses, instructing them to not enter strangers' homes or eat unwrapped treats. It also promotes respecting homeowners and saying thank you. The document is from Agave Premier Properties & Investments and discusses home warranty options.
Insulation and sealing air leaks are cost-effective ways to improve a home's energy efficiency. The document recommends checking insulation levels in walls, attics, basements and crawl spaces and sealing air leaks around windows, doors, electrical fixtures and other openings. Proper insulation varies by climate zone but can reduce energy costs significantly. Hiring a contractor can help assess a home's insulation needs and calculate the return on investment from energy efficiency improvements.
This document is a newsletter from Agave Premier Properties & Investments that provides real estate and home maintenance tips. It discusses cleaning HVAC systems to improve air quality and efficiency. It also provides tips for deck safety including inspecting for decaying wood. Additionally, it recommends going green by installing motion sensor lights, considering solar options for pools and landscaping, and provides an Asian salad recipe.
The document discusses the design of a thermostat to balance delivering comfort and energy efficiency in the home. It considers balancing comfort, efficiency, and costs to the environment. The thermostat design process involved interviews, observation, personas, prototyping, its hardware interface, service design, and accessibility to develop an innovative thermostat that reduces energy use while maintaining comfort.
This document provides tips for saving energy and money in various areas of the home, including the utility room, trash room, garage, kitchen, and living room. It discusses ways to improve the efficiency of heating and cooling systems, appliances, and vehicles. Key recommendations include scheduling annual maintenance, sealing air leaks, properly inflating tires, driving conservatively, and considering energy-efficient purchases.
Mitsubishi Electric offers efficient, individual room heating and cooling systems that provide precise temperature control without ductwork. Their systems use innovative INVERTER technology and advanced filters to provide comfortable, clean air while reducing energy costs compared to traditional systems. Customers can enjoy customized comfort in different rooms through flexible installation options.
This document provides tips for saving energy and money at home through proper insulation and sealing air leaks. It recommends conducting an energy audit to determine where your home loses energy and then formulating an efficiency plan. Key areas to inspect for insulation are the attic, walls, basement, crawl space, fireplace dampers, and around windows and doors for cracks. Proper levels of insulation can increase comfort while reducing heating and cooling costs. Hiring a contractor can help identify the most effective improvements.
Gas hearth appliances like fireplaces, stoves and inserts can provide zone heating for rooms while saving money on heating bills. They warm occupied rooms efficiently using gas power that still works during outages. Gas appliances are attractive, convenient options that are easy to install and maintain, providing warmth, ambiance and added value to homes. Professionals should perform installations to ensure safety.
The document provides safety tips for Halloween and discusses fire prevention. It recommends checking smoke alarm batteries, creating a 100 foot defensible space around homes by removing flammable vegetation, and maintaining plants with regular watering. Halloween safety tips include accompanying tweens, knowing their route and approved houses, instructing them to not enter strangers' homes or eat unwrapped treats. It also promotes respecting homeowners and saying thank you. The document is from Agave Premier Properties & Investments and discusses home warranty options.
Insulation and sealing air leaks are cost-effective ways to improve a home's energy efficiency. The document recommends checking insulation levels in walls, attics, basements and crawl spaces and sealing air leaks around windows, doors, electrical fixtures and other openings. Proper insulation varies by climate zone but can reduce energy costs significantly. Hiring a contractor can help assess a home's insulation needs and calculate the return on investment from energy efficiency improvements.
This document is a newsletter from Agave Premier Properties & Investments that provides real estate and home maintenance tips. It discusses cleaning HVAC systems to improve air quality and efficiency. It also provides tips for deck safety including inspecting for decaying wood. Additionally, it recommends going green by installing motion sensor lights, considering solar options for pools and landscaping, and provides an Asian salad recipe.
The document discusses the design of a thermostat to balance delivering comfort and energy efficiency in the home. It considers balancing comfort, efficiency, and costs to the environment. The thermostat design process involved interviews, observation, personas, prototyping, its hardware interface, service design, and accessibility to develop an innovative thermostat that reduces energy use while maintaining comfort.
This document provides tips for saving energy and money at home. It recommends conducting a home energy audit to identify areas of high energy use and suggests insulating attics, walls, crawl spaces, and basements according to DOE recommendations. Installing proper insulation and sealing air leaks throughout the entire home is identified as one of the most cost-effective ways to reduce energy waste and lower utility bills.
This document provides a do-it-yourself guide to sealing air leaks and adding attic insulation in homes. It discusses locating common air leaks in attics, such as around kneewalls, dropped soffits, and chimneys/flues. The guide provides step-by-step instructions for sealing these leaks using materials like caulk, spray foam, and insulation. Special care must be taken when sealing around chimneys/flues due to fire safety codes. With proper planning and safety precautions, homeowners can seal air leaks and add attic insulation to increase home comfort and energy efficiency.
This document provides 11 suggestions for making a home more energy efficient to boost its value, including lowering the water heater temperature, checking for air leaks around doors, closing unused room vents, keeping heat sources away from thermostats, cleaning filters regularly, running appliances at off-peak hours, getting an energy audit, replacing insulation, replacing old appliances with Energy Star models, switching to fluorescent bulbs, and exploring energy efficient mortgages. The recommendations aim to reduce energy bills and improve a home's efficiency.
This document describes Emerald Villas, luxury homes located in Thessaloniki, Greece. The homes feature exquisite architecture on private land overlooking Thermaikos Bay. At 850 square meters with over 2,000 square meters of land, each home provides modern amenities and state-of-the-art technology for comfort and convenience including smart home automation, multimedia systems, and eco-friendly energy features like solar panels and a heat pump. Security systems ensure privacy and safety at the high-end residences.
Located at Panorama Thessaloniki Greece
Its really designed as a place you choose to house your world .
It is one of the most impotant thinks you will ever do for your self and should nean nothink but excellence
This is exactly we build for you
Total of 850 m2 with over than 2000m2 of land ,including private gardens ,parking lots and magnificent pool area
Start 2010 end 2012
Air conditioning accounts for around 6% of the average household's energy usage and costs homeowners $11 billion per year. Switching to a high-efficiency air conditioner and taking other energy-saving actions like regularly cleaning filters can reduce cooling costs by 20-50%. Proper maintenance of air conditioning units is important to improve efficiency and prolong the life of the unit. Common types of air conditioners include central, room, ductless mini-split, and evaporative coolers.
ENERTITE is an open-cell spray polyurethane foam insulation manufactured by BASF that provides multiple benefits when used to insulate homes. It fills cavities and adheres tightly to surfaces to prevent air leaks, improves indoor air quality, and reduces noise. This makes homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer, lowering energy costs for homeowners. ENERTITE also benefits the environment by increasing the energy efficiency of homes.
(1) The document provides tips for saving energy and money through energy conservation at home.
(2) It recommends setting the thermostat at 78 degrees Fahrenheit, using fans instead of air conditioning when possible, and closing shades to keep heat out.
(3) Additional tips include air drying dishes instead of using the dry cycle, postponing high-energy activities like laundry until after 7pm, and visiting the provided website for more conservation strategies.
This document provides tips on improving the energy efficiency of home heating and cooling through proper maintenance and use of a programmable thermostat. It recommends regularly changing air filters and scheduling annual tune-ups to maintain equipment efficiency. Using a programmable thermostat to adjust temperatures when home is unoccupied can save up to $180 per year on energy costs. The guide also suggests sealing and insulating the home as well as installing efficient HVAC equipment sized for the home to improve comfort and reduce energy bills.
This newsletter provides homeowners with tips for spring home maintenance and repair. It recommends cleaning gutters, checking flashing and seals around windows and doors, inspecting the roof and attic for issues, and ensuring downspouts move water away from the foundation. It also discusses upcoming home decor trends focusing on vintage styles and bold colors. National garden month and Earth day events in April are noted. The newsletter is an advertisement for a home warranty company.
This document is a newsletter from Agave Premier Properties & Investments that provides tips for saving energy during the holidays in the kitchen and around the home. It discusses tips for using appliances like ovens, refrigerators, and dishwashers more efficiently. It also promotes the benefits of a home warranty from Fidelity National Home Warranty and highlights upcoming holidays in December.
Here are 3 tips from the document to save energy and lower costs:
1. Install a programmable thermostat to keep your home comfortably warm in winter and cooler in summer.
2. Use compact fluorescent light bulbs which are more energy efficient than incandescent bulbs.
3. Check your home for air leaks and insulate any gaps to prevent warm or cool air from escaping. Hiring a professional for an energy audit can help identify improvements.
It doesn’t have to be Halloween to see a vampire lurking in your midst. Wasted electricity costs Americans more than 3 billion dollars every year. Old or inefficient heating systems cost billions more.
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Taking simple steps like identifying energy vampires, installing Energy Star appliances, and conducting a home energy audit can lower your carbon footprint and save money. The 10 steps provided include finding phantom loads, using power strips, conducting an audit, purchasing efficient appliances and electronics, adjusting thermostats and settings, replacing light bulbs, running appliances efficiently, and installing water saving devices. Additional resources are listed from the Community Environmental Council on taking the Get Energized pledge and learning more about conservation.
This newsletter provides information about home improvements, safety tips for appliance purchases, and a pumpkin pecan pie recipe. It discusses using spring cleaning as an opportunity to update a home with simple solutions like replacing windows. It offers tips for assessing appliance safety and researching rebate programs. It also shares that adding a bathroom is a worthwhile investment that can be done affordably using new macerating toilet technologies. It closes by noting April is National Garden Month and shares ways to get involved in the community.
Set your thermostat higher, clean or replace air filters monthly, and use fans to feel cooler. Close drapes during the day and use solar screens to block sun. Turn off lights and appliances when not in use, lower your water heater temperature, and take shorter showers to save energy and money.
Cara Pasang Ariston Water Heater electric 082122541663 atau pemanas air listrik merupakan alat pemanas air yang menggunakan energi listrik sebagai sumber energinya untuk dapat memenuhi kebutuhan mandi air panas keluarga Anda secara praktis. Sebenarnya, untuk pemasangan alat ini bisa dilakukan sendiri tanpa harus memakai jasa tukang. Dengan begitu kita dapat lebih menghemat biaya pengeluaran untuk membayar jasa tukang untuk memasang water heater listrik.
Berikut ini hal yang perlu diperhatikan untuk memasang water heater atau pemanas air listrik :
· Sebelum memasang pemanas air, Anda perlu menyiapkan instalasi pipa untuk jalur air panas dan jalur air dingin yang masuk ke dalam water heater. Pipa yang digunakan untuk saluran air panas pada pemanas air tentunya harus pipa khusus yang tahan terhadap panas tinggi seperti pipa dengan material polypropylene, serta material non-korosif yang tahan terhadap berbagai cairan kimia dan bebas dari sedimentasi (pengikisan).
· Kran mixing atau yang biasa kita kenal dengan kran panas dingin yang memiliki 2 saluran yaitu saluran air panas dan saluran air dingin yang nantinya akan digunakan untuk menyalurkan air dari water heater.
· Alat water heater listrik lebih baik dipasang minimal 1.5m dari lantai agar memudahkan Anda dalam pemasangan dan pengaturan pada water heater serta agar terhindar dari cipratan air mandi.
This presentation discusses prioritizing home energy efficiency improvements from the most cost-effective to more expensive measures with longer payback periods. It begins by listing free measures homeowners can take, such as turning off lights and adjusting thermostats. Next, it outlines simple and inexpensive solutions like installing efficient showerheads and lightbulbs. The presentation then covers more serious measures with 1-3 year paybacks, such as weatherization and duct sealing. The final sections discuss expensive upgrades with 3-15 year paybacks like attic insulation and whole home retrofits.
Insulation and sealing air leaks are cost-effective ways to improve a home's energy efficiency. The document recommends checking insulation levels in walls, attics, basements and crawl spaces and sealing air leaks around windows, doors, electrical fixtures and other openings. Proper insulation varies by climate zone but can reduce energy costs significantly. Hiring a contractor can help assess a home's insulation needs and calculate the return on investment from energy efficiency improvements.
Top 10 obvious tips for your appliances you may be ignoringClement Muteto
You've probably heard these tips on keeping your appliances and equipment working longer but haven't been applying them so here is a friendly reminder of why you should seriously consider them
A presentation onElectrical Appliances with 3 case studies for the course Building Services -II from students of 5th Semester Architecture at VNIT, Nagpur (Aug-December 2015)
1) The document provides 8 tips for saving money on home energy costs during the winter, such as setting the thermostat to 68 degrees, lowering it when away from home, installing insulation, and maintaining heating systems.
2) It then discusses how maintaining your heating system can save money year-round by keeping your home comfortable in all seasons and extending the life of your system. Cleaning filters monthly, sealing ducts, and keeping vents clear are recommended.
3) The document closes by explaining how to determine the efficiency of a furnace or boiler using its AFUE rating, and when an upgrade may be needed based on age and efficiency percentage. Systems above 90% AFUE are considered high-efficiency.
This document provides tips for saving energy and money at home. It recommends conducting a home energy audit to identify areas of high energy use and suggests insulating attics, walls, crawl spaces, and basements according to DOE recommendations. Installing proper insulation and sealing air leaks throughout the entire home is identified as one of the most cost-effective ways to reduce energy waste and lower utility bills.
This document provides a do-it-yourself guide to sealing air leaks and adding attic insulation in homes. It discusses locating common air leaks in attics, such as around kneewalls, dropped soffits, and chimneys/flues. The guide provides step-by-step instructions for sealing these leaks using materials like caulk, spray foam, and insulation. Special care must be taken when sealing around chimneys/flues due to fire safety codes. With proper planning and safety precautions, homeowners can seal air leaks and add attic insulation to increase home comfort and energy efficiency.
This document provides 11 suggestions for making a home more energy efficient to boost its value, including lowering the water heater temperature, checking for air leaks around doors, closing unused room vents, keeping heat sources away from thermostats, cleaning filters regularly, running appliances at off-peak hours, getting an energy audit, replacing insulation, replacing old appliances with Energy Star models, switching to fluorescent bulbs, and exploring energy efficient mortgages. The recommendations aim to reduce energy bills and improve a home's efficiency.
This document describes Emerald Villas, luxury homes located in Thessaloniki, Greece. The homes feature exquisite architecture on private land overlooking Thermaikos Bay. At 850 square meters with over 2,000 square meters of land, each home provides modern amenities and state-of-the-art technology for comfort and convenience including smart home automation, multimedia systems, and eco-friendly energy features like solar panels and a heat pump. Security systems ensure privacy and safety at the high-end residences.
Located at Panorama Thessaloniki Greece
Its really designed as a place you choose to house your world .
It is one of the most impotant thinks you will ever do for your self and should nean nothink but excellence
This is exactly we build for you
Total of 850 m2 with over than 2000m2 of land ,including private gardens ,parking lots and magnificent pool area
Start 2010 end 2012
Air conditioning accounts for around 6% of the average household's energy usage and costs homeowners $11 billion per year. Switching to a high-efficiency air conditioner and taking other energy-saving actions like regularly cleaning filters can reduce cooling costs by 20-50%. Proper maintenance of air conditioning units is important to improve efficiency and prolong the life of the unit. Common types of air conditioners include central, room, ductless mini-split, and evaporative coolers.
ENERTITE is an open-cell spray polyurethane foam insulation manufactured by BASF that provides multiple benefits when used to insulate homes. It fills cavities and adheres tightly to surfaces to prevent air leaks, improves indoor air quality, and reduces noise. This makes homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer, lowering energy costs for homeowners. ENERTITE also benefits the environment by increasing the energy efficiency of homes.
(1) The document provides tips for saving energy and money through energy conservation at home.
(2) It recommends setting the thermostat at 78 degrees Fahrenheit, using fans instead of air conditioning when possible, and closing shades to keep heat out.
(3) Additional tips include air drying dishes instead of using the dry cycle, postponing high-energy activities like laundry until after 7pm, and visiting the provided website for more conservation strategies.
This document provides tips on improving the energy efficiency of home heating and cooling through proper maintenance and use of a programmable thermostat. It recommends regularly changing air filters and scheduling annual tune-ups to maintain equipment efficiency. Using a programmable thermostat to adjust temperatures when home is unoccupied can save up to $180 per year on energy costs. The guide also suggests sealing and insulating the home as well as installing efficient HVAC equipment sized for the home to improve comfort and reduce energy bills.
This newsletter provides homeowners with tips for spring home maintenance and repair. It recommends cleaning gutters, checking flashing and seals around windows and doors, inspecting the roof and attic for issues, and ensuring downspouts move water away from the foundation. It also discusses upcoming home decor trends focusing on vintage styles and bold colors. National garden month and Earth day events in April are noted. The newsletter is an advertisement for a home warranty company.
This document is a newsletter from Agave Premier Properties & Investments that provides tips for saving energy during the holidays in the kitchen and around the home. It discusses tips for using appliances like ovens, refrigerators, and dishwashers more efficiently. It also promotes the benefits of a home warranty from Fidelity National Home Warranty and highlights upcoming holidays in December.
Here are 3 tips from the document to save energy and lower costs:
1. Install a programmable thermostat to keep your home comfortably warm in winter and cooler in summer.
2. Use compact fluorescent light bulbs which are more energy efficient than incandescent bulbs.
3. Check your home for air leaks and insulate any gaps to prevent warm or cool air from escaping. Hiring a professional for an energy audit can help identify improvements.
It doesn’t have to be Halloween to see a vampire lurking in your midst. Wasted electricity costs Americans more than 3 billion dollars every year. Old or inefficient heating systems cost billions more.
United Streaming Information Teacher Passcode: XXXX-XXXX Please ...crysatal16
Taking simple steps like identifying energy vampires, installing Energy Star appliances, and conducting a home energy audit can lower your carbon footprint and save money. The 10 steps provided include finding phantom loads, using power strips, conducting an audit, purchasing efficient appliances and electronics, adjusting thermostats and settings, replacing light bulbs, running appliances efficiently, and installing water saving devices. Additional resources are listed from the Community Environmental Council on taking the Get Energized pledge and learning more about conservation.
This newsletter provides information about home improvements, safety tips for appliance purchases, and a pumpkin pecan pie recipe. It discusses using spring cleaning as an opportunity to update a home with simple solutions like replacing windows. It offers tips for assessing appliance safety and researching rebate programs. It also shares that adding a bathroom is a worthwhile investment that can be done affordably using new macerating toilet technologies. It closes by noting April is National Garden Month and shares ways to get involved in the community.
Set your thermostat higher, clean or replace air filters monthly, and use fans to feel cooler. Close drapes during the day and use solar screens to block sun. Turn off lights and appliances when not in use, lower your water heater temperature, and take shorter showers to save energy and money.
Cara Pasang Ariston Water Heater electric 082122541663 atau pemanas air listrik merupakan alat pemanas air yang menggunakan energi listrik sebagai sumber energinya untuk dapat memenuhi kebutuhan mandi air panas keluarga Anda secara praktis. Sebenarnya, untuk pemasangan alat ini bisa dilakukan sendiri tanpa harus memakai jasa tukang. Dengan begitu kita dapat lebih menghemat biaya pengeluaran untuk membayar jasa tukang untuk memasang water heater listrik.
Berikut ini hal yang perlu diperhatikan untuk memasang water heater atau pemanas air listrik :
· Sebelum memasang pemanas air, Anda perlu menyiapkan instalasi pipa untuk jalur air panas dan jalur air dingin yang masuk ke dalam water heater. Pipa yang digunakan untuk saluran air panas pada pemanas air tentunya harus pipa khusus yang tahan terhadap panas tinggi seperti pipa dengan material polypropylene, serta material non-korosif yang tahan terhadap berbagai cairan kimia dan bebas dari sedimentasi (pengikisan).
· Kran mixing atau yang biasa kita kenal dengan kran panas dingin yang memiliki 2 saluran yaitu saluran air panas dan saluran air dingin yang nantinya akan digunakan untuk menyalurkan air dari water heater.
· Alat water heater listrik lebih baik dipasang minimal 1.5m dari lantai agar memudahkan Anda dalam pemasangan dan pengaturan pada water heater serta agar terhindar dari cipratan air mandi.
This presentation discusses prioritizing home energy efficiency improvements from the most cost-effective to more expensive measures with longer payback periods. It begins by listing free measures homeowners can take, such as turning off lights and adjusting thermostats. Next, it outlines simple and inexpensive solutions like installing efficient showerheads and lightbulbs. The presentation then covers more serious measures with 1-3 year paybacks, such as weatherization and duct sealing. The final sections discuss expensive upgrades with 3-15 year paybacks like attic insulation and whole home retrofits.
Insulation and sealing air leaks are cost-effective ways to improve a home's energy efficiency. The document recommends checking insulation levels in walls, attics, basements and crawl spaces and sealing air leaks around windows, doors, electrical fixtures and other openings. Proper insulation varies by climate zone but can reduce energy costs significantly. Hiring a contractor can help assess a home's insulation needs and calculate the return on investment from energy efficiency improvements.
Top 10 obvious tips for your appliances you may be ignoringClement Muteto
You've probably heard these tips on keeping your appliances and equipment working longer but haven't been applying them so here is a friendly reminder of why you should seriously consider them
A presentation onElectrical Appliances with 3 case studies for the course Building Services -II from students of 5th Semester Architecture at VNIT, Nagpur (Aug-December 2015)
1) The document provides 8 tips for saving money on home energy costs during the winter, such as setting the thermostat to 68 degrees, lowering it when away from home, installing insulation, and maintaining heating systems.
2) It then discusses how maintaining your heating system can save money year-round by keeping your home comfortable in all seasons and extending the life of your system. Cleaning filters monthly, sealing ducts, and keeping vents clear are recommended.
3) The document closes by explaining how to determine the efficiency of a furnace or boiler using its AFUE rating, and when an upgrade may be needed based on age and efficiency percentage. Systems above 90% AFUE are considered high-efficiency.
This document provides tips for saving energy and money at home. It discusses how the average US family spends $1,900 per year on home utility bills, with a large portion being wasted. Making some small changes around the home like using a programmable thermostat, CFL bulbs, and driving sensibly can help reduce energy costs. Taking a whole-house approach by sealing air leaks, adding insulation, and maintaining appliances efficiently can cut energy use by up to 25%. An energy audit identifies areas to focus on for the greatest savings.
This document discusses ways for restaurants to reduce energy costs through various efficiency measures. It notes that restaurants use significantly more energy per square foot than other commercial buildings. Simple no-cost strategies are recommended like turning off equipment when not in use and reducing preheat times. Low-cost options include installing occupancy sensors, LED lighting, and energy efficient appliances. Larger investments like connectionless steamers provide greater long-term savings.
Jerry Loch: Save Money, Save Energy: It's Ten A.M. -- Do You Know What Your W...Ann Heidenreich
Jerry Loch of Cornell Cooperative Extension led a workshop on saving energy and money at home. The workshop aimed to identify households' biggest energy uses, discuss actions to reduce energy and costs, and dispel myths. Heating a home is typically the highest energy cost, with space heating, insulation, and air leakage as key areas to target. Recommendations included setting back thermostats, installing programmable thermostats, checking insulation, sealing air leaks, installing efficient appliances and lighting, and taking other low-cost actions to conserve energy. Attendees were encouraged to choose 3-5 actions to implement for lower utility bills.
This document discusses household appliances and provides details about refrigerators. It contains the following key points:
1. Household appliances are electrical or mechanical devices used for household functions and can be classified as major appliances like air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, or minor appliances like TVs, mixers, water pumps.
2. The five basic parts of a refrigerator are the compressor, heat-exchanging pipes inside and outside the unit, expansion valve, and refrigerant.
3. Proper maintenance of a refrigerator includes keeping it away from heat sources, allowing air circulation, cleaning coils, and checking door seals.
This document provides instructions for operating a universal air series system. It contains information over 14 pages covering important safety instructions, an introduction to major system components, illustrations of system operation, and details on settings and functions like the GFCI, timer, thermostat, heaters, jets, pumps, and more. Troubleshooting tips and warranty information are also included at the end.
This document is a user manual for Tyent Water Ionizer models MMP-5050, MMP-7070, MMP-7070 T, and MMP-9090 TX. It contains safety precautions, instructions for installation and use, specifications for each model, and troubleshooting tips. The manual explains that the ionizer changes properties of tap water through electrolysis to increase pH levels, create hydrogen ions, reduce water molecule clusters, increase oxygen, and purify water.
This newsletter from Agave Premier Properties & Investments provides safety tips for pools and spas, summer cooling tips, and recipes for iced tea. It encourages families to follow pool safety steps like installing fences, using life vests, and supervising children. It also offers energy saving tips like setting thermostats higher, using trees for shade, and maintaining air conditioner filters. The newsletter concludes by providing instructions for making raspberry iced tea and sweet lime iced tea to celebrate National Iced Tea Month.
Natural disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes can cause fire hazards by damaging homes and infrastructure. The document provides safety tips to prevent fires during and after such disasters, including checking for gas and electrical hazards, using generators safely outside, maintaining safe heating, and basic tips like testing smoke alarms. Safety measures address hazards from leaking fuels, downed power lines, alternative heating, generators, and more. Following the guidelines can greatly reduce fire risks during recovery from natural disasters.
Natural disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes can cause fire hazards by damaging homes and infrastructure. The document provides safety tips to prevent fires during and after such disasters, including checking for gas and electrical hazards, using generators safely outside, maintaining safe heating, and basic tips like testing smoke alarms. Safety measures address hazards from leaking fuels, downed power lines, alternative heating, generators, and more. Following the guidelines can greatly reduce fire risks during recovery from natural disasters.
This newsletter provides information about home warranties and real estate. It discusses the benefits of purchasing a home warranty from Fidelity National Home Warranty, which includes services like quick repairs and efficient solutions. It also provides tips for insulating a water heater for energy savings. The newsletter concludes by offering soup recipes, including a simple white bean soup recipe.
This document is a newsletter from Agave Premier Properties & Investments and Yvette M. Palmer, a real estate agent. It provides tips on home maintenance including checking oven temperatures, cleaning dishwasher filters, and deodorizing garbage disposals. It also includes recipes for roasted turkey breast and cranberry salsa dip. Upcoming dates mentioned are Election Day on November 8th and Thanksgiving on November 24th. The newsletter is intended to provide homeowners with helpful information as well as advertise the real estate and home warranty services offered by the agent and her company.
This document provides a summary of home safety tips, simplifying life tips, energy saving tips, and a recipe. It suggests checking electrical outlets, cords, and appliances for safety. It also offers tips for simplifying your life such as decluttering and focusing on priorities. Additionally, it provides information on assessing home energy use and making improvements to increase efficiency and lower bills. Finally, it shares a simple apple chicken stir fry recipe that takes 15 minutes.
The document discusses tips for grilling steak, chicken, and kabobs. It also provides a recipe for marinated Greek chicken kabobs. The document recommends preheating an outdoor grill to high heat before grilling meat. It suggests lining up different cuts of steak if money is not an issue. The recipe calls for marinating chicken pieces in Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, and oregano before threading them onto skewers and grilling.
This newsletter provides home safety tips, lawn and garden safety tips, and recipes. It discusses keeping young children safe by preventing choking hazards and suffocation risks. When using tools and machinery outdoors, it recommends wearing protective gear and being careful of flying debris. It also offers three ways to simplify one's life, such as learning to say no, decluttering one's car, and creating a daily to-do list.
This newsletter provides information about upcoming months in June that celebrate the outdoors, gardening, and flag day. It encourages readers to get outside and volunteer during Great Outdoors Month and National Get Outdoors Day. It also provides a recipe for lemon-garlic chicken kabobs to enjoy while grilling outside on Father's Day.
This document provides tips and recipes for spring cleaning and baking in celebration of upcoming holidays. It includes 10 tips for outdoor spring cleaning such as cleaning windows, gutters, and flower beds. A recipe is given for chocolate chip chocolate cake and sour cream chocolate icing. Upcoming holidays mentioned are Mother's Day on May 9th and Memorial Day on May 31st.
This document is a newsletter from Agave Premier Properties & Investments that provides real estate and tax related information. It discusses three ways to update a dull kitchen by changing appliances, cabinetry, or flooring/countertops. It also provides early tax planning tips for 2009 tax returns related to credits under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The newsletter concludes by sharing a simple recipe for red velvet cake and facts about Valentine's Day.
This document is a newsletter from Agave Premier Properties & Investments that provides information on real estate, holidays, and home maintenance. It discusses green tips for Christmas, safety tips for indoor and outdoor decorating, recipes, and information on home warranties. It also advertises the services of Fidelity National Home Warranty and invites readers to call for a property assessment.
This document is a newsletter from Agave Premier Properties & Investments that discusses several topics related to real estate, home appliances, and Thanksgiving. It mentions that a new federal cash for appliances program will offer rebates for energy efficient appliances. It also provides tips for safe turkey preparation from the USDA and recipes for pumpkin cheesecake and Thanksgiving menus.
1. Agave Premier Properties
Over the Fence Yvette M. Palmer
REALTOR®, SFR
Associate Broker - BR545848000
1859 N. Grand Avenue, Suite 4
Nogales, AZ 85621
Phone: 520-313-0352
N E W S F R O M Y O U R R E A L E S TAT E P R O F E S S I O N A L …
Fax: 520-761-3307
ypalmer@agavepremier.com
www.SouthernAzHomes.com
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Cooling Specific
l Clean evaporator and condenser air
conditioning coils. Dirty coils reduce the
system’s ability to cool your home and
cause the system to run longer, increasing
energy costs and reducing the life of the
equipment.
l Check your central air conditioner’s
refrigerant level and adjust if necessary.
Too much or too little refrigerant will make
your system less efficient, increasing
energy costs and reducing the life of the
equipment.
l Clean and adjust blower components to From Store to Home
July is Air Conditioner provide proper system airflow for greater
comfort levels. Airflow problems can reduce
l Purchase refrigerated or frozen items
after you have selected all your non-
Appreciation Month! your system’s efficiency by up to 15 percent. perishables.
Maintenance Checklist Actions to Do Yourself
l Put raw meat/poultry in a plastic bag so
juices won’t cross-contaminate your fruits
A typical maintenance check-up by a Inspect, clean, or change air filters once a or vegetables.
contractor should include the following: month in your central air conditioner,
furnace and/or heat pump. Your contractor l Immediately refrigerate all perishable
l Check thermostat settings to ensure the items when you get home.
can show you how to do this. A dirty filter
cooling and heating system keeps you
can increase energy costs and damage l Completely defrost meat/poultry, so that
comfortable when you are home and saves
your equipment, leading to early failure. it cooks more evenly and doesn’t leave raw
energy while you are away.
For more information: www.energystar. or poorly cooked places.
l Tighten all electrical connections and
gov/index.cfm?c=heat_cool.pr_
measure voltage and current on motors.
Faulty electrical connections can cause
maintenance Transporting
unsafe operation of your system and l When transporting food to another
reduce the life of major components. location, whether on a long family trip or
just a short distance to the park, it is
l Lubricate all moving parts. Parts that lack Summer Fun— important to keep it cold to minimize
lubrication cause friction in motors and
increase the amount of electricity you use. Cooking Outdoors bacterial growth.
l Keep meats refrigerated until ready to use.
l Check and inspect the condensate drain No matter what time of the year, more and
in your central air conditioner, furnace more people are cooking outdoors. But l Pack perishable food from the
and/or heat pump (when in cooling outdoor cooking during the summer refrigerator to the cooler just before
mode). A plugged drain can cause water seems to pose a few extra challenges— leaving and keep on ice until ready to use.
damage in the house and affect indoor leaving food out for just a short period of
time under the hot sun can result in
l Keep cooler out of direct sunlight and
humidity levels. avoid opening it too often.
harmful bacteria rapidly multiplying and it
l Check controls of the system to ensure increases the chance of getting food borne l Hint: Pack beverages in one cooler and
proper and safe operation. Check the starting illness. Here are some basic guidelines for foods in another.
cycle of the equipment to assure the system safe food handling during the hot summer http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cfocus/cfhealthtips03/focus.
starts, operates, and shuts off properly. months: htm#swimming
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FIREWORKS CRUDITÉS
Happy Birthday WITH PARMESAN DIP
America! Courtesy of Disney Family Fun Recipes
On July 4, 1776, we Ingredients
claimed our 1 cup plain yogurt
independence from
England and our 1/4 cup sour cream
democracy was born. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Each year on July 4th, 1 teaspoon onion powder
Americans celebrate that
Top 11 Sources of Air freedom and
independence with
1 scallion, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon mustard
Leaks in Your Home barbecues, picnics, and 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Areas that leak air into and out of your family gatherings.
1/4 teaspoon salt
home cost you lots of money. Check and
seal the areas listed below: 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
“We hold these truths to be
1. Dropped Ceiling Instructions
2. Recessed light
self evident, that all men are In a medium bowl, stir all of the
3. Attic Entrance created equal.”—Thomas Jefferson ingredients until well blended.
4. Sill Plates Refrigerate until ready to use. Serve with
5. Water and furnace flues “I know not what course a selection of vegetable dippers, such as
6. All ducts sweet red pepper, broccoli florets, or
7. Door frames others may take, but as for carrot sticks.
8. Chimney flashing me, give me liberty or give Makes 1 1/2 cups.
9. Window Frames
10. Electrical outlets/switches me death.”—Patrick Henry http://familyfun.go.com/4th-of-july/4th-of-july-recipes/4th-of-
july-snacks-treats/fireworks-crudites-with-parmesan-dip-688001/
11. Plumbing/utility access
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