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Energy tips, program updates, and everything you need to know about making your Michigan home more comfortable and efficient.
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Why Is My Mobile Home So Cold? The Real Reasons (and the Real Fix)
It's not your imagination. Mobile homes lose heat differently than other houses. If you live in a mobile home in Michigan, you…
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Do Mobile Homes Qualify for Michigan Energy Rebates? Here’s the Real Answer
A lot of mobile homeowners assume the answer is no. It usually isn't. If you live in a mobile or manufactured home…
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5 Signs Your Home Is Wasting Energy (And What to Do About It)
Your house is telling you something. Here's how to read it. Most energy waste in Michigan homes isn't invisible. It shows up…
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Senior Homeowners: You May Qualify for Free Home Comfort Upgrades
Retired doesn't mean you're out of options. In most cases, it means you qualify. A lot of older Michigan homeowners have lived…
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Can Landlords in Michigan Really Get Free Energy Upgrades for Rental Properties?
Most property owners assume these programs are only for homeowners. That isn't always true. If you own rental properties in Michigan, there…
Read Article →How to Apply for Free Home Upgrades in Michigan: Watch the Full Walkthrough
Most people assume it's complicated. It takes about five minutes. Every week, we talk to Michigan homeowners who've been sitting on the…
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Heat Pumps in Michigan: What They Are, How They Work, and What Rebates May Be Available
Heat pumps have gotten a lot of attention lately. Here's what Michigan homeowners actually need to know. If you've been reading about…
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What Actually Happens During a Home Energy Audit in Michigan?
A lot of homeowners put it off. Here's why they shouldn't. 'Home energy audit' sounds like something that involves clipboards, complicated equipment,…
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Why Is My House Drafty Even With the Heat On?
If Your Home Never Feels Warm, Your Heating System Isn't the Problem You turn up the thermostat. The furnace kicks on. You…
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Can I Really Get Free Insulation or a New Furnace in Michigan?
It sounds like a scam. It isn't. When people hear that they might qualify for free insulation or a discounted furnace, the…
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Your Michigan Home May Qualify for Thousands inFree Upgrades. Here’s How to Find Out.
Most homeowners never ask, and end up leaving money on the table. Every year, Michigan homeowners spend hundreds, sometimes thousands, of dollars…
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