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Join Aaron Stash of The Electric Home Show for a detailed look at his presentation from the "Electrify Your Home" informational session at the Northbrook Public Library on March 17, 2025! 

In this video, Aaron covers:  

• Building a Sustainable Home: Hear about his journey building a near all-electric, LEED certified home 12 years ago, and how it remains cutting-edge today. 
• The Energy Efficiency Pyramid: Discover the crucial steps to optimize your home's energy use, from understanding your consumption to maximizing renewable energy. 
• Indoor Air Quality Matters: Understand the importance of monitoring CO2, VOCs, and particulate matter for a healthier home. Practical Upgrades: Get insights on induction cooking, heat pump dryers, water heaters, and the importance of air sealing and insulation. 
• Real-World Cost Analysis: Aaron shares his own energy bills, demonstrating the financial implications of switching to electric, including incentives and long-term savings. 
• Electric Vehicle Integration: See how electric vehicles fit into the all-electric home picture. 

This session, sponsored by the Northbrook Public Library and the nonprofit, Go Green Northbrook, provides valuable information for homeowners looking to make their homes more sustainable and energy-efficient.

Join Aaron Stash on The Electric Home Show as he takes a big step towards a fully electric home: replacing their 11-year-old on-demand gas water heater with a brand new 80-gallon LG inverter heat pump water heater!  

In this video, you'll witness the entire process, from disconnecting the gas line and removing the old unit to the installation of the energy-efficient LG heat pump. We'll dive into:  

• Goodbye Gas: The satisfying moment of shutting off the gas for good! 
• Heat Pump Anatomy: A look inside the LG unit, including the surprise reversing valve and how it enables efficient water heating. 
• Understanding the Anode Rod: Learn about this crucial component for tank longevity and how to access it. 
• ProPress Fittings: See the dry fitting and pressing of the new water lines. 
• Smart Hot Water: Installing a thermostatic mixing valve to increase hot water capacity and a Taco smart recirculating pump to optimize hot water usage based on habits. 
• First Fill & Power On: Witnessing the initial filling of the 80-gallon tank with surprisingly cold Chicago water! 
• The Sound of Efficiency: Hearing the nearly silent operation of the inverter-driven LG heat pump. 
• Performance Testing & the Magic of UF: A recap of the initial testing, revealing the impressive 3.9 Uniform Energy Factor (UF) – meaning it produces 390% more heat energy than it consumes in electricity!  

If you're curious about making the switch to an electric water heater and breaking free from gas, this video provides a detailed, real-world look at the process and the incredible efficiency of heat pump technology. Ready to ditch gas and embrace a healthier, more energy-efficient home? Watch now!

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