http://www.dannylipford.com DIY Home Improvement Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:41:02 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-make-your-home-more-energy-efficient/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-make-your-home-more-energy-efficient/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:27:38 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=43738 A more energy efficient home is not only good for the environment, it can save you money on your utility bills. Watch this video to find out how to make your home more energy efficient by upgrading your heating and cooling system, hot water heater, windows, and insulation.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-make-your-home-more-energy-efficient/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-live-a-green-lifestyle-on-a-budget/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-live-a-green-lifestyle-on-a-budget/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:31:38 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=43516 Living a green lifestyle is good for the environment and has health benefits, too, but buying eco-friendly products for your home can be expensive. Watch this video to find out how to save energy, conserve water, improve indoor air quality, and reduce waste without breaking your bank account.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-live-a-green-lifestyle-on-a-budget/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/tips-for-maintaining-and-buying-a-central-air-conditioner/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/tips-for-maintaining-and-buying-a-central-air-conditioner/#comments Sat, 12 Nov 2011 14:00:46 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=39691 Central air conditioner units typically last from 12 to 15 years. If you’re in the market for a new air conditioner or heat pump, select a model with a high SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating to save energy. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/tips-for-maintaining-and-buying-a-central-air-conditioner/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/filtrete-programmable-thermostat/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/filtrete-programmable-thermostat/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2011 17:46:22 +0000 Jodi Marks http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=38530 Watch this video to find out about the Filtrete programmable thermostat which has a back-lit, touch-screen for easy visibility, seven-day program, and can be monitored remotely using a computer or smartphone.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/filtrete-programmable-thermostat/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-find-the-air-filter-in-a-hvac-system-in-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-find-the-air-filter-in-a-hvac-system-in-your-home/#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:07:12 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=36452 Paula asks, “I can’t find the air filter in the HVAC unit in the home we just bought. Do all central units have a filter?”

All central heating and cooling systems should have an air filter, but some may be harder to find than others. Read on to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-find-the-air-filter-in-a-hvac-system-in-your-home/feed/ 1 http://www.dannylipford.com/hvac-duct-cleaning-scam-or-worth-it/ http://www.dannylipford.com/hvac-duct-cleaning-scam-or-worth-it/#comments Thu, 18 Aug 2011 21:24:39 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=36083 Duct cleaning has become popular in recent years, with commercial cleaning services popping up everywhere. But is the service worth it or just a scam? Read on for information to help you decide whether or not your home might benefit from having the HVAC ducts in your house cleaned.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/hvac-duct-cleaning-scam-or-worth-it/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-choose-a-portable-air-conditioner-for-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-choose-a-portable-air-conditioner-for-your-home/#comments Wed, 10 Aug 2011 21:32:57 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=35747 If the summer heat wave has overwhelmed your house's cooling system, you may be considering a portable air conditioner to provide a boost in the rooms that need it most. Portable AC units are no substitute for the real thing, but they can help in rooms that are difficult to keep cool. Read this article to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-choose-a-portable-air-conditioner-for-your-home/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/energy-efficient-geothermal-heat-pumps-for-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/energy-efficient-geothermal-heat-pumps-for-your-home/#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2011 21:30:33 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=35702 Geothermal heat pumps are one of the most energy efficient and eco-friendly ways to heat and cool your home. Geothermal systems are 50% to 70% more efficient for heating and 20% to 40% more efficient for cooling than traditional furnaces and air conditioners. Read on to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/energy-efficient-geothermal-heat-pumps-for-your-home/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-keep-your-house-cool-during-a-heat-wave/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-keep-your-house-cool-during-a-heat-wave/#comments Tue, 02 Aug 2011 16:58:10 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=35501 If you’re having problems staying cool during the heat wave this summer, we've got some quick and affordable tips to help you reduce the heat in your home and allow your air conditioner to run more efficiently. Read on to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-keep-your-house-cool-during-a-heat-wave/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/testing-hvac-ductwork-for-leaks-can-save-energy/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/testing-hvac-ductwork-for-leaks-can-save-energy/#comments Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:58:55 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=34686 Having the heating and cooling ductwork in your home tested for leaks, then repairing any leaks that are found, can reduce your heating and cooling bills significantly and save energy in your home. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/testing-hvac-ductwork-for-leaks-can-save-energy/feed/ 0