Energy Savings
June 27, 2013
An energy audit, sometimes called an energy evaluation, is a procedure that allows a professional inspector to evaluate your home and pinpoint areas of energy loss and inefficiency. When you know where your home is leaking energy, you’ll know where to apply additional insulation, caulking, weatherstripping, or other energy-saving material. At the same time, you’ll find out where your home is already well sealed, which will prevent you from spending money on efficiency measures where they’re not needed. The auditor will […]
September 26, 2013
As homeowners, we’re all searching for ways to lower our energy usage and associated costs. Unfortunately, there are some energy savings myths out there that many people continue to follow. We’re here today to debunk a few of those misconceptions. Myth #1: Lowering your thermostat drastically will cool or heat your home more quickly. Most forced-air cooling and heating systems are equipped with single-speed blowers. They cool or heat your home at the same rate no matter how low (or […]
October 24, 2013
Homeowners looking for ways to cut expenses this holiday season should look no further than their energy spending. In addition to decorations, holiday gifts, and additional food expenses, the energy you spend to light up your home can cost you extra. However, with a few thoughtful energy saving changes to your routine, you can get your holiday season utility bills back in check Here are energy saving strategies your family can use this winter: Switch to LED. Have you made […]
December 12, 2013
The Prospect of High Winter Heating Bills Gives You the Shivers? Warm up to These Energy-Saving Tips
Winter is on the way yet again, and since energy costs are as high as ever, chances are you’ll be paying a lot to heat your home this year. If the prospect of high winter heating bills gives you the shivers, you should know that there are simple things you can to help keep them in check. Of course, there are all the obvious things, such as weatherstripping drafty doors and windows, using storm windows or plastic to reinforce older, […]