It's been a hot summer. For those with air conditioning, the proof is in the electric bill. And for those without it, the proof is in those stifling sleepless nights.
So what can you do to cool your home without spending big money on hardware and utility bills? Matthew Grocoff, founder and host of GreenovationTV, has the following suggestions:
1. Smart Thermostats -- The NEST Thermostat takes the outdoor temperature and humidity and cools your home appropriately, even when you're not home. Plus, it can be controlled through on an app on your smart phone.
2. Ice Coolers -- Grocoff says if you're without air conditioning and need a blast of cool at night, you can rely on ice. Just fill a cooler with ice and blow a fan across the top towards your bed. The cool air from the melting ice should head your way.
3.Whole House Fans -- Grocoff says you can do it yourself for about $300. Learn how here.
Matthew also recommends logging on tobetterbuildingsformichigan.org for more information on how to finance any home improvements.
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A touching moment on the mound in Tampa Bay. A military father fresh home from Afghanistan surprised his daughter during the first pitch of Thursday night's Red Sox vs. Rays game.
A touching moment on the mound in Tampa Bay. A military father fresh home from Afghanistan surprised his daughter during the first pitch of Thursday night's Red Sox vs. Rays game.
Friday, May 17 2013 9:17 AM EDT2013-05-17 13:17:09 GMT
Motor City Comic Con gathers comic book and multi-media dealers from across the country, along with some of the biggest names of the industry May 17-19 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi.
Motor City Comic Con gathers comic book and multi-media dealers from across the country, along with some of the biggest names of the industry May 17-19 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:58:06 GMT
Gallery on the Boulevard is now open to the public. The restored 1918 residence, located in the Historic District of Pontiac's West End, is now home to wonderful works of art.
Gallery on the Boulevard is now open to the public. The restored 1918 residence, located in the Historic District of Pontiac's West End, is now home to wonderful works of art.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:33 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:33:57 GMT
The third time's the charm for Candice Glover on "American Idol. The booming 23-year-old R&B vocalist won the Fox singing competition after auditioning a trio of times and making it to the finals this year.
The third time's the charm for Candice Glover on "American Idol. The booming 23-year-old R&B vocalist won the Fox singing competition after auditioning a trio of times and making it to the finals this year.
