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Save Your Energy Dollars From Going Up the Chimney

Ed Szajniak — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:02:09 +0000

If you are like me, you enjoy sitting in front of an open fireplace, it’s a link to countless generations that have come before.

But there’s a BIG problem with using a fireplace…

…improperly sealed dampers.

You wouldn’t have a door without weatherstripping — so why have a damper with a metal to metal seal?

We had one of those dampers in our fireplace.

Sitting and watching TV there was a cold draft on the floor making the room uncomfortable.

Most of the time the fireplace is not being used and the damper is closed.

Studies have shown that a new damper can leak up to $200 of your energy dollars per year. Imagine what a old corroded and warped damper is costing you.

I discovered the Lyemance Top Seal Chimney Cap Damper 13×13.

The damper has a gasket that seals it shut just like a well fitting storm door and it is fixed to the top of the chimney with silicone cement.
It is operated by a stainless steel cable that runs down the flue to a latch that is installed on the side of the firebox.
Since the damper is at the top of the chimney it keeps the weather and our furry friends out of the chimney. The hardest part of the installation was getting the ladder out. It took about 45 minutes from start to finish, there was snow on the roof afterall.

The results were immediate, the draft is gone, the room is warm and comfortable and my wallet a bit thicker.

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Buy Tankless Water Heaters

Ed Szajniak — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 23:07:49 +0000

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Excel 1.6 gpm NG Ventfree 2010 tankless water heater 10001P1
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ELECTRIC SHOWER HEAD TANKLESS HOT WATER HEATER 110 V
Rheem Tankless water heater for 2-3 bathroom homes, outdoor, LP – Model RTG74XP Residential Gas Tank
Tankless Water Heater by Noritz – N-0631S-LP in N/A
Noritz N-0751M-NG Tankless water heater
Tankless Water Heater by Noritz – N-0751M-OD-LP in N/A
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Product Description
NG Gas Energy Factor ; 85 percent efficiency Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency Save up to ,500 (30 percent of purchase & installation) with Federal Tax Credits A Tax Credit is generally more valuable than an equivalent tax deduction because a tax credit reduces tax dollar-for-dollar, while a deduction only removes a percentage of the tax that is owed.

Infinite hot water for your home, 6 liters per minute (96 gall/hour – 1.6 gall/min) Compact Size: front 31cm (12 inches) – depth 18 cm (7 inches) – height 48 cm (19 inches) Power Rating: 38,000 Btuh READY TO INSTALL This unit is so efficient that it has earned the Energy Star label. The Excel heater saves energy and water by instantly delivering hot water upon opening the hot water tap.

It’s unique and beautiful design will lavishly decorate your kitchen or laundry room. Electronic Ignition: no standing pilot required. With remarkable electronic technology that uses an ODS PILOT the outstanding Excel heater saves up to 25 percent in gas consumption when compared to older technology pilot lighted units.

This amazing instant water heater can be connected to the existing hot water piping. It is ideal for small apartments and flats. It delivers over 96 gallons of hot water an hour with a 45 degree rise in temperature. This means that if your tap water is at 56 °F, it will instantly deliver 96 gallons of hot water an hour of water at 101 °F.

Energy Factor 0.82 ; 85% efficiency
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Rheem Direct Vent Liquid Propane Tankless Water Heater For 2-3 Bathroom Homes RTG-74DVP

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7.4 gpm at a 45F temperature rise (up to 8.5 gpm at 35F)
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Digital display on thermostat shows temperature setting and maintenance/error codes

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ELECTRIC SHOWER HEAD TANKLESS HOT WATER HEATER 110 V

Product Description
ELECTRIC SHOWER HEAD TANKLESS HOT WATER HEATER 110 V BRAND NEW ! FACTORY SEALED BAG FREE 14″ NIPPLE INSTALLATION KIT READY TO INSTALL

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3 litERs minute (46 gal /hour – 0.8 gAl /min)
110 volts – 25 amps
Power Rating: 2750 W

YOU WILL NEVER RUN OUT OF HOT WATER. EVERYONE GETS A HOT SHOWER
WORKS GREAT EVEN WITH 2PSI WATER PRESSURE UP TO 150 PSI.
PERFECT FOR POOL SIDE HOT SHOWER RINSE OFFS, ALSO GREAT FOR CABINS WHERE YOU DON’T REALLY NEED A HOT WATER HEATER PLUS ALL THE EXTRA PIPING.
This amazing instant water heater is designed for one point of use at a time and it can be connected to the existing hot water piping
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Rheem Tankless water heater for 2-3 bathroom homes, outdoor, LP – Model RTG74XP Residential Gas Tank

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Noritz Series 631Tankless Water Heater631 series is perfect for homes with 1-3 showers. When properly sized, they provide an endless supply of hot water to an entire home.

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Noritz Natural Gas Outdoor Tankless Water HeaterWith more power than any tankless water heater in its class, the 751 series is ideal for mid-size homes with up to 3+ showers. These units offer several innovations, such as the dual flame burners, Quick-Connect and Turbo-Flow feature which can boost its output up to 9.8 gallons per minute. In addition, the piping is 25% thicker than our competitor’s to accomodate the higher flow rate demand. Energy Factor (EF) for N-0751M-OD: Natural Gas 0.82Propane 0.86Thermal Efficiency: 84%For outdoor use only

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CentaMeter Energy Monitor

Ed Szajniak — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:33:00 +0000

Acting as your own personal ‘electricity speedometer’ in the home, the Cent-a-Meter can help you save energy by building awareness of your electricity costs on a real-time basis.

As energy prices are on the rise, it helps to know exactly how much you are using so you can decide when and where you can take action to reduce your consumption and save money.

With it’s wireless, easy-to-read display, the Cent-a-Meter will tell you at a glance your real-time electricity usage in cents per hour and kW in addition to greenhouse gas emissions in kg per hour.
# Weatherproof transmitter
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Black Decker EM100B Energy Saver Series Power Monitor

Black Decker EM100B Energy Saver Series Power Monitor

Ed Szajniak — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:46:32 +0000

Black & Decker’s Power Monitor is the instant and easy way to help control your energy consumption.

This easy-to-use device tells you – in real time – the amount of electricity you’re using, as you use it!

The Power Monitor consists of two parts – a wireless transmitter that easily attaches to your electric meter, and a wireless handheld device that uses data from your electric meter to display information about your energy consumption.

Using information about your electric rates, you can track minute-by-minute changes in electric consumption as major appliances are turned on and off. Take control of electric bills and save up to 20% a month!*

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Eemax Electric Tankless Water Heaters

Ed Szajniak — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 22:30:52 +0000

Eemax Electric Water Heaters: Single Point & Flow Control Series

• Easy Installation

• Continuous Hot Water
• No Standby Heat Loss
• 99% Efficiency
• Reduces Calcification and Sedimentation
• Compact Size
• 10 Years Warranty

Eemax “Series Three” is a single phase 150 amp residential electric
water heater.

Designed for use in constant flow rate applications. Available in 208/120 volts electrics.

Excellent for high flow rate hot water applications that need accurate temperatures:

- Flow switch activates heater only on demand (no standby heat loss).

- Thermostatic feature avalaible – insures accurate outlet temperature. Standard
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- Eemax electric water heater is constructed of high strength reinforced “Engineering
Plastic”.

- Field Serviceable Elements – replaceable cartridge element (1 year warranty).

- Dimensions 12″ x 12″ x 3 1/2″; weight 12 lbs.

- Flow Activation

- Adjustable, Precise Temperature Setting ± 0.5°F

- 10 Years Warranty on heater body. One year on parts.

Applications:

- Residential Showers

Specifications: