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A man with glasses discusses energy usage while pointing at a digital display showing backup power and charging status.

Home

130 hours of WiFi during blackouts — this battery backup is reshaping home energy security

A hand holding a smartphone displays a water heater app next to a water heater unit with visible pipes.

Tech

Startup bets big on future-predicting water heaters to help homeowners reduce energy costs

A modern video doorbell mounted on a textured white wall.

Outdoors

Family thinks Ring alert is a package delivery until black bear strolls to front door

A home battery system on top of a refrigerator.

Tech

This briefcase-sized battery can protect your appliances during blackouts

Person talking about Pila backup batteries.

Tech

Engineer reviews briefcase-sized battery that can protect you from blackouts: 'Instant backup power'

"Congratulations. You just saved yourself 250 bucks."

Home

Handyman shares brilliant plumbing hack using common household ingredient: 'Great tip'

Plumbing equipment with a pressure gauge and various pipes in a basement.

Home

Homeowner breaks down the upgrades that save him $800 a year on energy: 'A lot more comfortable'

"Smart home tech is great news for your wallet and the planet."

Tech

Here are 5 smart home devices that can save you hundreds of dollars a year

Klima's technology is designed to be incredibly simple — installation should take less than a minute.

Business

Here's the device you need to save on your energy bills if you have a window or ductless air conditioner or heat pump

An air conditioning unit is positioned under a window and beside a wooden fence next to a beige house.

Home

Homeowner shares honest 'two-month update' after upgrading to a super-high-tech HVAC

A view of a refrigerator’s interior alongside a battery status display showing remaining power.

Tech

Tech expert reviews smart home backup that can power fridges during blackouts

A homeowner revealed how pairing solar panels with a new heat pump cut their annual electric bill by $500.

Home

Homeowner shares the two renovations that cut their electric bill by $500