Smart lights use wireless transmissions to send and receive their signals, and different bulbs use different methods to get the job done. Some use built-in Wi-Fi radios to connect directly with your router, which lets you control them remotely wherever … Continue reading →

supercomputers. Smartphones are supercomputers. Or, at least, they’re significantly more powerful than supercomputers were ten years ago. And way more powerful than desktops were five years ago. What is a smartphone classified as? An Android phone is a smartphone that … Continue reading →

Put simply, the connected kitchen is a form of smart kitchen controlled remotely from a mobile device, and that is not all that it has to offer.While in the kitchen, data is shared efficiently between equipment and mobile devices, and … Continue reading →

Can I make my heating smart? You can use a smart thermostat to set and control your central heating and hot water remotely. You can also get interesting features like heating feedback and voice commands. Learning thermostats have another cool … Continue reading →

How do I know if my water heater thermostat is bad? If you turn the hot water tap and cold water runs out, then the upper thermostat is damaged. But if the water is hot that becomes later becomes cold, … Continue reading →

light blue. The color that spiders tend to hate is light blue. People don’t just paint their porches light blue for the aesthetic. Painting your porch ceiling in this shade is a pretty effective way of keeping spiders away. The … Continue reading →

7 Main Types of Level Sensing Methods – How do they differ? 7 Main Types of Level Sensing Methods – How do they differ? Optical Level Switches. Capacitance. Ultrasonic. Microwave/Radar. Vibrating or Tuning Fork. Conductivity or Resistance. Float Switch. How … Continue reading →

Lighting is one of the easiest things to find non-electric alternatives for. Oil lamps are another good option for lighting your home without electricity. Flashlights are a great portable solution for off-grid lighting, especially for short term or emergency use. … Continue reading →

The Pilot Light (Faulty Ignition Sensor) The pilot light or ignition sensor is usually the most common issue when your furnace will not ignite.Put the front panel back on, turn on the gas, and then turn the furnace back on. … Continue reading →

10 Free Ways to Save on Heating During the Winter Bundle Up. Let the Sun Heat Things Up. Close off Unused Rooms. Cook or Bake at Home. Turn the Thermostat Down. Make Sure Doors and Windows Are Closed Tightly. Keep … Continue reading →

Sleep can be disrupted by temperatures anywhere below 65 or above 75. The sweet spot for great sleep is between 68 and 72 degrees. “That’s really optimal for sleep,” says Michael J. Is 75 too hot for sleeping? Looking at … Continue reading →

They recommend that when it’s 90 degrees outside, you should try setting your air conditioning thermostat at 80 degrees or higher. And when it’s 95 to 100 degrees outside (and higher), you should set your thermostat at 85 degrees or … Continue reading →

ecobee calculates energy savings by correlating how long your heating and cooling equipment run to local weather conditions. Energy savings are calculated relative to a commonly used desired temperature of 72°F (22°C) and by actively using eco+ features. Does ecobee … Continue reading →

The American Gas Association most recently said that households in the United States spent an average of $661 a year in natural gas to heat and fuel their homes. That comes out to a bit more than $55 a month. … Continue reading →

Compared to last winter, electric heat costs rose by 7% due to colder than average temperatures, while heating oil costs fell by 10% due to lower crude oil prices. Is electric or oil heat cheaper? Oil heat is less expensive … Continue reading →