Top 79 Energy-Saving Projects

1. 16. Heat Exchanger and Decking (01:26)

   

   Here's a look at an air-to-air heat exchanger and Accoya decking material.

2. 17. Install a New Thermostat

   

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   Improve your home’s heating efficiency and save money by installing a new programmable thermostat.

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   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy

3. 18. The Importance of Air Sealing Your New Home

   Learning how to properly air seal your home is extremely important for maximizing efficiency. DIY Network explains how to properly go a...

4. 19. Making Your Home Airtight

   

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   This DIY Basic will provide tips on making your home airtight.

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5. 20. Change a Bulb, Change the World, Save Some Green

   DIY Network explains how installing energy-saving fluorescent bulbs will not only help save the planet, it will help save your budget.

6. 21. Installing a Tankless Water Heater

   

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   Looking for a way to save energy? Get rid of your old hot water heater and replace it with a tankless one.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

7. 22. How to Replace Weather Stripping

   

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   These basic instructions demonstrate how to replace weather stripping in a home in order to improve energy efficiency.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

8. 23. International Builders Show (01:05)

   

   At the IBS in Vegas, Amy looks at an energy-saving water heater heat pump.

9. 24. The Basics of Air Conditioning

   Jeff Wilson, of DIY Network's Blueprint for Home Building, concentrates on "cooling" the air in a home and explains how to choose an ai...

10. 25. How to Insulate Pipes

    

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    Insulating cold-water pipes will prevent them from dripping condensation, and insulating hot-water pipes will prevent costly heat loss ...

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    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

11. 26. Replace a Furnace Filter

    

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    Choosing the right filter will improve the cleanliness and efficiency of your home's heating system.

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    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

12. 27. How to Install a Heated Tile Floor

    

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    A radiant-heat floor can save homeowners up to 25 percent in energy bills. These step-by-step instructions show how to install a radian...

    Time:

    Two Days

    Cost:

    $1,000 - $2,500

    Difficulty:

    Hard

13. 28. Elements of a Green Kitchen

    DIY Network shows how kitchens get an eco-friendly boost from energy-efficient appliances, water-saving fixtures and improvements in in...

14. 29. NuCedar PVC Siding (02:18)

    

    Kevin takes a look at NuCedar PVC siding, a durable alternative to wood.

15. 30. HVAC: Install a Programmable Thermostat

    

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    Improve your home's comfort and efficiency with a unit that allows multiple settings.

    Time:

    2 hours

    Cost:

    $50 - $100

    Difficulty:

    Easy