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Waterloo Chronicle (Waterloo, On1868), 17 Oct 1990, p. 31

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'down with more energyâ€"efficient gealed units can sometimes cause ml:m with excessive window nsation. This is usually not ithe fault of the windows or the house tighter. This causes indoor humidity levels to rise to the point where excessive window condensation occurs. The solution is to find ways to reduce indoor moisture production in your house, as outlined above. installer. It‘s more likely because the windows have made..your Mechanical systems include all thel houaeho{&:hequipment and appliances which affect your inâ€" door ‘environment. Changes in these systems may have major impacts on heat, air and moisture flows. For. example, adding a clothes dryer that is not vented Mechanical sure your dryer is vented (avoid drying clothes ), and ensuring that your basement foundation is properly House hsC tirpolation ich atpeiot m mwall-l::led and in a ventilated area so that buildâ€"up of fames will not be a Draftproofing work also tends increase ‘humidity levels in house, since there will be less natural ventilation to expel atch for symptoms, such as vy condensation on ‘windows luring the winter, and mould or on walls or ceilings. by turning off humidifiers, makâ€" If your home exhibits these :ymptoml.youwillneedtobegin [indows Replacing older "leaky" winâ€" mtilation by installing kitchen : bathroom fans or, if necessary, heat recovery ventilator. 40 SPRUCE ST., PARIS ined and dampâ€"proofed. A d moisture control program > involves ensuring adequate PD)PAKR!S. wlÂ¥ HUKETCHENS FACTORY OUTLET REMODELLING YOUR KITCHEN? â€"Efficient SHOME 4»**"" WE HAVE HUGE REDUCTIONS ON DISCONTINUED STYLES, COLOURS, FACTORY SECONDS, UNFINISHED, IMPERFECTS & OVER RUNS. BRING IN YOUR MEASUREMENTS AND WE WILL HELP YOU TO PLAN YOUR KITCHEN! mt on t Wctal P dn‘ f t h re tds nes * (Continued from page 23) 0* directly to the outdoors will inâ€" crease indoor humidity and the gtmddfumdfimpobkmu. Watch for the symptoms of excesâ€" «Depending on the changing needs of your family, there may also be changes in thermostat settings and exhaust fan operaâ€" tions that will affect heat and air flows. Consider the impact of these changes on the overall operation of the house. Remember, a change to one part of the house can have an immediâ€" ate effect on another. The comâ€" bined effect of many small changes over time will also influâ€" fnc:‘ the system‘s bahnbe,l posIinb- y having damaging results. Unâ€" derstanding the â€" relationship between all parts of your home is the key to avoiding problems. It can also save you money, time and effort, and it results in a more times make it difficult for furâ€" check the new installation to make sure there is enought fresh air for the exhaust fans and the comfortable home properly. Have the tradesperson remmeige celer P > SO0M. . pAReY 0 Ne it Aug m ts > mar. ~« ~â€" Monday to Friday 9 to 9 a-un':youa:ao SHOPPING FOR APPLIANCES? CHECKING THE RATINGS ON THE ENERGUIDE LABELS COULD SAVE YOU HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS IN ENERGY COSTS. CHILDREN Ey ; .. '(Eh(,\\YOUR ELEC Tile mm _ F o 10 - 15y C $ $ 7~ ost & ‘ssr P FIR;T uC sW BE;( IN TH 0 ORE uD . PRYlNCAS‘ (â€",P‘b WATERLOO CHRONICUE. "WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1990 â€" PAGE 31 C hoose flourescent fixtures for energy efficiency and warm natural light Waterioo North Hydro 4z oS A For more information about } using electricity safely and onomically, visit your hydro office. 300 Northfield Drive Waterioo, Ontario N2J 443 886â€"5000 a member of EnerMark The Electricity People Tap washers Dripping hot dollars to yo The size of the pots and pans should match the size of the element dishwasher is ful before using i1 Wait until the ur energy bnl ost just permies water taps add

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