Tag: Energy Efficiency
If you are looking to cut down on your energy bills, air sealing your house is an excellent place to start. The furnace and air conditioner account for 43 percent … READ MORE Save Money by Air Sealing Your House The post Save Money by Air Sealing...
High summer temperatures mean high electricity demand, and the Texas power grid is really feeling the burn. We’re here to help you relieve pressure on the power grid and save … READ MORE Relieve the Power Grid and Your Wallet with These Energy-Sa...
One of the simplest measures you can take to save energy around your home is turning the lights off when you aren’t using them. If you are wondering why you … READ MORE Saving Energy by Turning Off Lights The post Saving Energy by Turning Off Lig...
One of the most effective ways to lock in long-term savings on utility bills is to work on tactical energy-efficient upgrades for your home, particularly by beefing up the insulation … READ MORE How to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient with $1...
If you’re ready to go big with your next TV purchase, you might be worried about whether such an upgrade will result in a spike in your electric bill. But … READ MORE How to Shop for an Energy-Efficient TV The post How to Shop for an Energy-Effic...
While the kids are off school for the summer, parents have a great opportunity to teach them a little about saving energy and money. Coming up with ways to save … READ MORE 23 Summer Energy Saving Tips for Kids The post 23 Summer Energy Saving Ti...
When winter settles in, it’s time to bundle up, break out the comfort food and enjoy some hot beverages to combat seasonal chills. Unfortunately, winter also means that families who … READ MORE Why is my Gas Bill so High in Winter? The post Why i...
By now, most of us have heard of “energy vampires” — those appliances and electronics that draw small amounts of power 24/7, even when we’re not using them. Unplugging some … READ MORE Should You Unplug Appliances to Save Electricity? The p...
There are a few ways you can calculate the energy efficiency of your house and appliances: Read the EnergyGuide label on appliances and electronics. Calculate your own energy use and … READ MORE How to Calculate Energy Efficiency Savings The post...
During the sweltering summer, it can be hard to put a price on comfort. But the sweet relief of air conditioning does come at a cost, and the bills get … READ MORE How Much Does Central Air Cost? The post How Much Does Central Air Cost? appeared ...
Everybody knows what air conditioners and furnaces are, but their cousin in the HVAC world — the heat pump — isn’t as well understood. Don’t let the name fool you, … READ MORE How Do Heat Pumps Work? The post How Do Heat Pumps Work? a...
During the heat of summer, a non-reflective rooftop is one of the hottest places out there — far hotter than the surrounding air. Even with good insulation, that heat penetrates … READ MORE How Energy-Efficient Roofing Helps Beat the Heat &...
During the heat of summer, a non-reflective rooftop is one of the hottest places out there — far hotter than the surrounding air. Even with good insulation, that heat penetrates … READ MORE How Energy-Efficient Roofing Helps Beat the Heat &...
The family of voice-controlled Amazon Echo devices offers a world of instant gratification — you can play your favorite music, search the web, make calls and check the weather, all … READ MORE 6 Energy-Efficient Amazon Echo Commands for You...
The family of voice-controlled Amazon Echo devices offers a world of instant gratification — you can play your favorite music, search the web, make calls and check the weather, all … READ MORE 6 Energy-Efficient Amazon Echo Commands for You...
Whether your kids are grown and home from college for the summer, or your kids are still young and haven’t flown the nest yet, summertime can bring a skyrocketing electricity … READ MORE 8 Ways to Help Kids Conserve Energy in the Summer The post ...
Whether your kids are grown and home from college for the summer, or your kids are still young and haven’t flown the nest yet, summertime can bring a skyrocketing electricity … READ MORE 8 Ways to Conserve Energy at Home for Kids The post 8 Ways ...
Is your home ready for the broiling heat of summer? Spend a few hours before summer really settles in by following this list of simple, yet effective, ways to make … READ MORE Energy Saving Tips for Summer The post Energy Saving Tips for Summer a...
Is your home ready for the broiling heat of summer? Spend a few hours before summer really settles in by following this list of simple, yet effective, ways to make … READ MORE Energy Saving Tips for Summer The post Energy Saving Tips for Summer a...
For many, summer is the season for extremely hot temperatures, and sometimes the only relief is the oasis that air-conditioned homes provide. Unfortunately, these hot temperatures can lead to unusually … READ MORE Why is My Electricity Bill So Hi...
