Most pellet stoves come with an attached hard-wired thermostat, but for added convenience, wireless remote thermostats are also available for about $150. Install a ceiling fan in the room with the pellet stove. Does a pellet stove need a thermostat? … Continue reading →

Some common reasons that your second floor is too hot include: Hot Air. Keep in mind, that heat rises. Hot Roof. Ductwork, Insulation and Seals. Redirect airflow to the second floor. Change filters. Insulate and ventilate the attic. Insulate windows. … Continue reading →

Geothermal systems provide the most efficient type of heating. They can cut heating bills by up to 70 percent. Like other types of heat pumps, they are also very safe and environmentally friendly to operate. What is the best type … Continue reading →

Treatment. The best way to ease photophobia is to treat the condition or stop taking the medicine that’s causing it. If you’re still affected by it, tinted glasses may help. Some people have found relief from rose-colored lenses called FL-41. … Continue reading →

Traditional incandescent bulbs are fine, but many people are looking for a more energy efficient option. Luckily, “warm light” CFLs (Compact Fluorescent Lights) are okay for your eyes, as well as being much more efficient. They do emit UV rays, … Continue reading →

A: It is not required that you wear eye protection, nevertheless the lights are very bright and may be uncomfortable for some individuals with sensitivities to light. Q: Is Red Light Therapy similar to tanning? A: No not at all. … Continue reading →

There have been several hints that photophobia is associated with panic disorder; for example, in some people, fluorescent light can induce panic attacks. It has also been noted that people with panic disorder often protect themselves from light, for example, … Continue reading →

Honeywell says this thermostat can maintain one degree of accuracy on any temperature setting. That’s great, but your heat or air conditioning will kick on more frequently as a result, so you can adjust it down whenever you want. How … Continue reading →

According to Google, users can have up to 20 Nest Thermostats and 18 temperature sensors (6 per thermostat) in a home. Can a house have multiple thermostats? If you have multiple thermostats in your home, you can replace any or … Continue reading →

How do I change my ecobee thermostat? On the thermostat: Select Main Menu > Settings > Preferences. Select Heating range or Cooling range. Adjust the allowed upper and lower values. Touch Save. Can I replace my Honeywell thermostat myself? You … Continue reading →

If you are installing electric blinds to screen hard to reach windows, battery powered blinds are a fantastic option. There is no need to install a plug socket nearby or run any new wiring. Do motorized shades have to be … Continue reading →

The first hour rating is the number of gallons of hot water the heater can supply per hour (starting with a tank full of hot water). What is a good first hour rating for a water heater? 38 to 42 … Continue reading →

The concept smart for a smart physical object simply means that it is active, digital, networked, can operate to some extent autonomously, is reconfigurable and has local control of the resources it needs such as energy, data storage, etc. What … Continue reading →

Connect your Android tablet to the computer with a USB cable. Windows will automatically recognize it as an MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) device. If an Autoplay window comes up, select Open device to view files using Windows Explorer. How do … Continue reading →

If you don’t have a C-wire installed, then you should hire a professional to install a smart thermostat.Your best option is to have a C-wire properly installed and run to your new thermostat, which means it will require an electrician’s … Continue reading →