Posts by Matthew Grocoff
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Suburb or city: Where are you more likely to end up in a pool of blood?
I won't keep you guessing. You are more likely to suffer a violent death in suburban and rural areas than in a city. Sure, cities have a stereotype for crime and violence. And it is indeed true that there are higher… More >>
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What is your home's solar energy potential? Find out now
The PV Watts Calculator from the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) has been around for years. But, the latest version is finally user friendly for the average consumer, or at minimum, your average solar nerd like… More >>
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10 home improvements to make you happier
Granite countertops, a stereo in your shower, a bigger house, a bigger TV, more closets . . . more, more, bigger, bigger. And when you have it all . . . you miss having more. That was the makeover mantra of the era… More >>
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Snow removal tips: salt your spaghetti, not your sidewalk
Polar Vortex. Snowmageddon. Snowpocalypse. Whatever hysterical term the news calls it, you're still stuck shoveling and salting. In recent years, most of us have learned that salt is bad for your plants and lawn, bad… More >>
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4 best smart thermostats: a cozy revolution
A quiet revolution has occurred in America. And millions are cozier as a result. Years ago we were told that if we wanted to save energy we should run out and buy a programmable thermostat. The Energy Star program jumped… More >>
