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How to reduce energy use and save money

Here's a detailed list of tips on how to save energy in the kitchen, laundry room, bathroom and other areas in your home.
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How to winterize your hot tub

We’ve put together some tips to help you winterize your hot tub. Doing so ensures it runs efficiently and prevents damage, so you can continue to enjoy it.
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8 home prep and energy saving tips before going on vacation

Before you rush out the door to go on holiday, don't forget to turn on "Vacation Mode" for your home.
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10 steps to winterizing your vacant summer home

Properly winterizing your vacant summer home will reduce the risk of damage and ensure it’s protected while you’re away. Here are ten steps to winterize it!
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How to winterize an RV

Winterizing your RV is essential in Alberta. It will help prevent damage, extend its lifespan and ensure it’s ready for more summer adventures when the snow melts.
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Tips for preparing your home for an extended vacation

You’re going on vacation, so leave the stress behind! Preparing your home for your extended holiday will help you rest easy while away.
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10 winter heating tips to save energy

Here are some winter heating tips that can help improve your home’s thermal performance, efficiency and lower energy use.
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3 summer cooling tips to save energy

Even if you're on-the-go, try these 3 tips to save energy during the summer!
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How to shop for an energy-efficient furnace

Investing in a high-efficiency furnace can dramatically reduce your heating costs. Here are factors to consider when buying an energy-efficient furnace.
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How to set your air conditioning and furnace fan

Find the right air conditioner and furnace fan setting that will help keep your home comfortable.
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Your average house temperature for winter

Learn how to adjust your thermostat to achieve the recommended house temperature during the winter.
Read article

How to winterize a house

Preparing your home for winter can protect it from the weather, keep things comfortable, and boost energy efficiency. Here are a few tips for winterizing your home.
Read article

How to winterize a boat

Knowing how to winterize a boat can make a huge difference when you run it again in the spring. Here are 10 steps for winterizing a boat thoroughly.
Read article

Holiday energy savings tips

Use our simple tips to be more energy-conscious while celebrating the most wonderful time of the year!
Read article

Guide to choosing an energy-efficient fridge

ENERGY STAR® certified refrigerators may be able to help reduce electricity use. Learn how to choose an energy-efficient fridge!
Read article

Guide to choosing energy-efficient windows

Thinking about upgrading to energy-efficient windows? Find out how high-efficiency windows can help reduce heating & cooling costs year-round.
Read article

Energy-saving spring cleaning tips

Here are 10 energy-saving tips to add to your spring cleaning routine.
Read article

Year-round energy savings tips

Here are some energy-saving tips around the house to help you conserve electricity and natural gas every day.
Read article

How to reduce energy use and save money

Here's a detailed list of tips on how to save energy in the kitchen, laundry room, bathroom and other areas in your home.
Read article

How to winterize your hot tub

We’ve put together some tips to help you winterize your hot tub. Doing so ensures it runs efficiently and prevents damage, so you can continue to enjoy it.
Read article

8 home prep and energy saving tips before going on vacation

Before you rush out the door to go on holiday, don't forget to turn on "Vacation Mode" for your home.
Read article

10 steps to winterizing your vacant summer home

Properly winterizing your vacant summer home will reduce the risk of damage and ensure it’s protected while you’re away. Here are ten steps to winterize it!
Read article

How to winterize an RV

Winterizing your RV is essential in Alberta. It will help prevent damage, extend its lifespan and ensure it’s ready for more summer adventures when the snow melts.
Read article

Tips for preparing your home for an extended vacation

You’re going on vacation, so leave the stress behind! Preparing your home for your extended holiday will help you rest easy while away.
Read article

10 winter heating tips to save energy

Here are some winter heating tips that can help improve your home’s thermal performance, efficiency and lower energy use.
Read article

3 summer cooling tips to save energy

Even if you're on-the-go, try these 3 tips to save energy during the summer!
Read article

How to shop for an energy-efficient furnace

Investing in a high-efficiency furnace can dramatically reduce your heating costs. Here are factors to consider when buying an energy-efficient furnace.
Read article

How to set your air conditioning and furnace fan

Find the right air conditioner and furnace fan setting that will help keep your home comfortable.
Read article

Your average house temperature for winter

Learn how to adjust your thermostat to achieve the recommended house temperature during the winter.
Read article

How to winterize a house

Preparing your home for winter can protect it from the weather, keep things comfortable, and boost energy efficiency. Here are a few tips for winterizing your home.
Read article

How to winterize a boat

Knowing how to winterize a boat can make a huge difference when you run it again in the spring. Here are 10 steps for winterizing a boat thoroughly.
Read article

Holiday energy savings tips

Use our simple tips to be more energy-conscious while celebrating the most wonderful time of the year!
Read article

Guide to choosing an energy-efficient fridge

ENERGY STAR® certified refrigerators may be able to help reduce electricity use. Learn how to choose an energy-efficient fridge!
Read article

Guide to choosing energy-efficient windows

Thinking about upgrading to energy-efficient windows? Find out how high-efficiency windows can help reduce heating & cooling costs year-round.
Read article

Energy-saving spring cleaning tips

Here are 10 energy-saving tips to add to your spring cleaning routine.
Read article

Year-round energy savings tips

Here are some energy-saving tips around the house to help you conserve electricity and natural gas every day.
Read article

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