Articles by Avery Dietzen

Avery Dietzen

Originally from Wisconsin, Avery earned her degree in English before making the trip down to the Atlanta, GA area. Writer by day, reader by night, she prides herself on having a creative outlook and tries to instill that in everything she writes. As a content writer for HomElectrical, she uses her skills to share tips and tricks about lighting, HVAC, and going green. If she’s not writing, she’s reading, painting, hanging out with her dog, or spending time with family and friends.

Did you know that placing your thermostat in the wrong location can affect how efficiently your air conditioning or heating...
Prepare your air conditioning unit for the frigid temperatures as well as the snow, rain, and ice by winterizing your...
Upcycling offers a great way to stay environmentally friendly while also offering a creative outlet for used and unwanted materials....
Reducing the amount of energy you use in your home can help you save money and decrease your carbon footprint!...
Split system air conditioning units require both an indoor and outdoor unit while a package air conditioner houses all the...
The quality of the air in your home or office may affect you more than you know. Luckily, making changes...
Dimmer switches can help you save energy by using less electricity and modern dimmers can also have a few more...
The NEC, or National Electrical Code, updates every three years with major changes to the code. See which version of...
Make your bedroom and living room more eco-friendly with a few simple changes. Use paints and cleaners without VOCs, upcycle...
Bathrooms account for a large part of indoor, residential water use. By reducing the amount of water used along with...
Kitchens consume quite a bit of energy and produce plenty of waste. Make a few simple changes for an eco-friendly...
Keeping your vents and AC clean allows air to flow more freely through the unit. With a few easy tips,...
An air handler is the indoor component to your HVAC system. The air handling unit circulates warm or cool air...
Beat the heat by preparing your AC unit ahead of time! With a few simple tips, like checking your thermostat...
When choosing a new furnace, it’s important to know your options. Natural gas, propane, and electric furnaces all offer different...
As you begin your spring-cleaning adventure, don’t forget about HVAC equipment and light fixtures! Change filters, check light bulbs, dust...
Conventional cleaning products can include chemicals harmful to human and animal health. Green cleaning products allow you to get rid...
Geothermal heat pumps warm or cool your home by exchanging heat energy with the ground. This energy-efficient process works without...
Electricity is produced using fossil fuels, which release greenhouse gases. Discover which heating and cooling system works best for your...
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