3 Places You Should Never Put a Home Security Camera
This story is part of Home Tips, CNET’s collection of practical advice for getting the most out of your home, inside and out.
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Author: AJ Dellinger
How Net Metering Makes Home Solar Panels a Better Deal
When you put solar panels on your roof, it’s not possible to match up your energy usage with when the sun is shining. Your panels are likely to generate more electricity than you need during the day, just like you’ll still use energy when the sun go…
Do Blackouts Affect Homes With Solar Panels? Sometimes
This story is part of Choosing Earth, a series that chronicles the impact of climate change and explores what’s being done about the problem.
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Wired vs. Wireless Security Cameras: How to Choose Which is Best for You
If you’re worried about keeping your home safe, there’s good news: security cameras work. Some studies have found that visible cameras deter criminal activity. This is because, according to research from the FBI, most burglaries aren’t planned in ad…
Want a Gas Fireplace? Here’s How Much It Will Cost to Run It
This story is part of Home Tips, CNET’s collection of practical advice for getting the most out of your home, inside and out.
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What’s the Duck Curve and Why Is It Important to My Rooftop Solar?
The world is starting to take climate change seriously, which means a rapid shift to clean energy technologies like solar power. We know that solar panels are a good way to generate reliable, renewable energy without the carbon emissions, but we’re …
Rooftop Solar Panels Won’t Get Enough Sun if You Don’t Put Them at the Right Angle
If you’re thinking about installing solar panels, you’ll want as much sunlight to reach those panels as possible. Whether it’s because of placement, obstacles like trees, or conditions like cloud cover, it’s reasonable to wonder if solar panels…
Energy Star Appliances: Can They Actually Save You Money?
Can you really save more money with an Energy Star appliance?
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You’ve probably seen the Energy Star logo at least once, es…