Alert! future homeowners: Energy leak technology available

Now that energy costs and savings seem to be at the top of everyone's mind, a new device has come out to help detect energy leaks, thus reflecting in energy savings.

This camera uses 40-year old military technology that has now been made available for a price tag of about $3k. Not precisely cheap, but manageable for professionals. For instance, when you're buying a new home, you may want to ask your home inspector to use it to detect any possible leaks in your new abode. This is a good consumer tool, to ensure that the 30-year old commitment you're entering is leak free, virtually!

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In the midst of Summer, is oil on your mind?

As a New Englander, even in the hottest day I can't help but wonder about oil for the upcoming fall and winter. Last year alone, I spent close to 3,500 to warm up a 1100 sq. ft. condo. This year, I don't wanna know... Granted, I've spent a good chunk of July getting my burners serviced and getting in new replacement windows. I have hope... maybe next winter I won't have to resort to coal to stay warm. Those were the good old days, I guess, when you could buy cheap, reliable coal to stay warm. Granted, it's a bit messy, but with fuel and oil prices these days I'd gladly go for coal, given the chance.

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