by: Sam Streubel

Even if you owned a million dollar townhouse in Boston’s Back Bay, there just isn't enough room on a 25' x 100' lot for a townhouse, small deck, a couple of parking spaces AND a closed loop geothermal heating system.

If you live in high humidity Alabama, the less expensive and environmentally friendly swamp cooler will never be a viable substitute for central air conditioning.

Only when you narrow down the choices for alternative heating or cooling based on where you live, can you begin to focus your time and energy on the most relevant, cost effective heating solution.

by: Dale Adams

Radiant barrier is a relatively new product that consumers are slowly becoming aware of. It consists of a reflective composition placed in your attic that reflects heat before it enters your home. Our government, universities as well as independent laboratories have tested this new energy saving product and it works. People seem to have a hard time believing that their attic can be converted into a giant mirror reflecting heat from underneath their roof. By applying just a coat of paint under the decking surface it will reduce heat transfer and insects by sealing up cracks and crevices.

We at BluejaySales.com are pleased to announce the addition of two new features on the site. The first is the "Notable Quotes" which are randomly chosen quotes from the famous and the infamous, the wise and the wise-guy. We think you will get a kick out of some of them and some will just make you think. The quotes panel is located near the lower left of the page.

The second new feature is the audio stream panel located just below the Dealer Map link on the right hand column. Simply choose a subject from the drop down list and click "Go" to begin the audio stream. You must have a sound card and speakers connected to hear the audio, of course.

Cellular shades are an ideal way to keep your room cool in summer and warm in winter. These shades are honeycomb types of shades and you can even control the light entering your room. You get complete privacy by using it and at the same time allow light in the room. Isn't it amazing!

Asbestosis is a chronic progressive disease which arises when a person is exposed for a prolonged period to asbestos. Asbestos is a material that is commonly used for purposes of construction, insulation and manufacturing. When the material is inhaled, its fibers get into the breathing passage of body and irritate, fill, inflame, and scar lung tissue. When asbestosis is in an advanced stage. . .

Government statistics report that conserving energy costs in the home can save a household several hundred, even several thousand, dollars per year on their utility bills. Replacing your older appliances and elements of your home's structure, such as older windows and doors, with more energy-efficient alternatives. . .