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Learning how to clean your air conditioner coils for better performance can improve airflow, cooling and energy use. The indoor evaporator coil absorbs room…
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Clean air conditioner coils for better performance
Why a home energy audit can improve comfort
Comfort in an Australian home is shaped by more than the thermostat setting. Summer heat, winter chill, humidity, sunlight, building leaks and the way each…
How to choose a programmable thermostat for your schedule
Daily routines should guide how to choose a programmable thermostat for your schedule. The device should match the way your household moves through a day.…
Winter Ventilation for Healthier Australian Homes
Understanding the role of ventilation in home comfort during winter means looking beyond a warm thermostat setting. Temperature, humidity, air movement and the…
Preventing ice dams with better attic insulation
Ice dams are ridges of ice that develop along roof eaves when melting snow refreezes. To prevent ice dams, stop warm air from escaping through the ceiling and…
What is a geothermal heat pump and how does it work
A geothermal heat pump is an electrically powered system that moves heat between a home and the ground. In Australia, the name generally describes a…
How to use layer heating and cooling to save energy
Australian homes face a distinctive comfort challenge: summer heat often overlaps the Christmas period, while Melbourne can shift through four seasons in one…
Jackpot Slots With Wheel-Style Bonus Features For Australian Players
Jackpot slots with wheel of fortune style bonus rounds combine the anticipation of a prize wheel with the familiar pace of online reels. A spin may unlock a…
Best temperature for your home when you are away
There is no universal setting that suits every Australian home. The best temperature for your home when you are away depends on the season, the local forecast,…
Practical ways to reduce fireplace and chimney drafts
A draft is the movement of air into or out of a fireplace, wood heater or flued gas appliance. A working fire needs a controlled supply of combustion air and a…