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How to Hide Heat Signatures

Heat signatures are given off by humans, homes and animals. Thermal detectors read these heat signatures. Many homes suffer the loss of heat throughout the year, causing heating and cooling units to work harder. And utility bills to climb. This not only affects your budget but also the life of your heating and cooling unit. Siding companies and home manufacturers have started using products designed to hide heat signatures and help lower utility bills. These products use the same technology as the military uses to hide aircraft heat signatures.

Instructions

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  Install reflective siding on your home. Reflective siding bounces heat from outside sources off your home while keeping your home's heat signature hidden. This allows your home to stay cooler.
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  Equip your home with insulated windows. Insulated windows work the same as reflective siding by bouncing heat off your home and keeping your home's heat contained within its walls.
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  Unplug your appliances when you are not using them. Microwaves, blenders and other home appliances give off energy, making them visible to infrared detectors when plugged in. Unplugging all appliances will stop energy flow.
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  Replace your fiberglass insulation with energy efficient versions. Insulating your attic and walls with foam insulation helps reduce the amount of heat that escapes your home.

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