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(More customer reviews)I was really happy to find a book on doing an energy audit for my home. I picked up the book without truly scanning it as it promised to provide me with '140 simple solutions.' I also expected information how to detect energy leaks around the house. However I was very disappointed with the information.
The layout of the book is well done and will be helpful to someone with very little knowledge. Note that an audit is an exam where you look to find what is wrong. That is not really provided here, what is provided is what to do about problems. But even some of the 140 solutions are issues to me. Below are a couple of examples from the book:
#30 Turn off the water when brushing your teeth - To me this is common sense, not a home energy audit related task.
#70 Turn off lights when not in use - Once again...
#95 Replace your home clothes dryer - The author is very pro about getting new appliances since they use less energy and will save money. However, the save money is not always accurate if you have a relatively new appliance and a new one is very expensive.
Other information that is important to know is that at least 25 pages of the book focuses on CO2 induced global warming. The author makes it clear that if you have any thoughts that CO2 is not the sole cause of global warming, you are ignorant
The book does conclude strongly with some resources to get additional information, however overall from pictures that were taken from websites to a couple interesting format choices, the book does not feel like a full price purchase. Perhaps at a less than $10 rate this would be well worth it.
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Reduce your utility bill and your carbon footprint
This hands-on guide shows you how to access your home's energy efficiency, and offers 140 energy- and money-saving solutions you can use right away. Inside, you'll find simple, no- and low-cost measures to identify problems and increase your home's livability and efficiency--as well as your expendable income--each and every year.
Whether you're moving into a brand new home, buying an existing property, or improving your current residence, you'll find the practical tips and step-by-step projects inside Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Audits will dramatically reduce your energy usage and boost your savings in no time.
Discover how to:
Implement immediate no- and low-cost improvements for lighting, heating, electricity, insulation, water use, and more
Identify and modify the most costly appliances in your home
Reduce carbon emissions
Develop a personal energy plan
Determine how and when to contract your green renovation
Understand ratings, standards, and conversions
Fund your green home improvement projects and take advantage of grants, rebates, and tax incentives
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