Energy Efficiency
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Professional remodeler Danny Lipford offers practical home improvement information to homeowners. Discusses products and ideas for saving money on energy bills: caulking, expandable foam sealant, weather stripping, thresholds, insulated socket sealers, attic and window insulation, water heater blankets, and compact fluorescent light bulbs. Looks at using a flexible wheelbarrow screen for sifting rocks from soil. Talks about Dremel cordless tools. Gives reasons why homeowners should use mulch.
Media Details
Runtime: 20 minutes 6 seconds
- Topic: Business, Home and Family, Science
- Subtopic: Energy, Home Repair, Houses - Remodeling
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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- Release Year: 2004
- Producer/Distributor: Film Ideas, Inc
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