Getting Connected: Structured Wiring Basics
Getting Connected: Structured Wiring Basics - Today's home wiring includes more than the standard suite of electrical connections. Dedicated wiring fo Today's home wiring includes more than the standard suite of electrical connections. Dedicated ... [... more]
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BobVila.com's "EnergyWise" project demonstrates how site, design, and materials combine to bring maximum energy efficiency to any home. BobVila.com's newest project, the EnergyWise House, is a stunning 50s-style, multi-level home located in the [... more]
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EnergyWise House: Video Resource Library
EnergyWise House: Video Resource Library - A complete listing of the EnergyWise House project videos. Energy expert Steve Easley checks in from the EnergyWise House building site. The plans are in code check with the local building department. ... [... more]
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Effects of Sound in the Home
Effects of Sound in the Home - Sound is no longer contained in our open homes. Left free to travel, sound bounces, echoes, builds up, creates stress a Sound is no longer contained in our open homes. Left free to travel, sound bounces, echoes, ... [... more]
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Home Automation Alliances
Home Automation Alliances - Automating your home can be as simple as plugging in a starter kit or rewiring the entire house. Before you make the leap Automating your home can be as simple as plugging in a starter kit or rewiring the entire house. ... [... more]
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Installing the Superior Walls Foundation System
Installing the Superior Walls Foundation System - Behind the Scenes - Habitat for Humanity In preparation for the Blitz Build kick-off, the Superior Walls of America crew arrived on site in Yonkers the week before to install their innovative ... [... more]
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Creating Your Ideal Home Theater
Creating Your Ideal Home Theater - Think a home theater system is more fantasy than reality? Check out these expert tips to find out what to do if you Think a home theater system is more fantasy than reality? Check out these expert tips to find ... [... more]
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Check the Label: A Guide to Green Designations for the Home
Check the Label: A Guide to Green Designations for the Home - The green-minded consumer can quickly get disoriented in today's growing market of green The green-minded consumer can quickly get disoriented in today's growing market of green homes, ... [... more]
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At Home with...Cy Curnin
At Home with...Cy Curnin - He achieved success as the lead vocalist of The Fixx, but instead of oversized mansions and luxury, Cy Curnin enjoys life w He achieved success as the lead vocalist of The Fixx, but instead of oversized mansions and ... [... more]
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Home Security Systems
Home Security Systems - From monitoring elderly relatives and teens to turning off water that has caused a leak, home security systems now perform a v From monitoring elderly relatives and teens to turning off water that has caused a leak, home ... [... more]
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Green Homes Special Series: Part Eighteen: Advanced ...
When constructing a new home or doing a major remodel, the differences between using advanced framing techniques and traditional construction methods may be subtle. The savings in materials and energy consumption, however, can be notable. With ... [... more]
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Green Homes Special Series: Part Twelve: Home Controls
Green Homes Special Series: Part Twelve: Home Controls - The rapidly evolving home technology industry can help make your home greener by making it mo The rapidly evolving home technology industry can help make your home greener by making it more ... [... more]
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