Tired of high summer electric bills due from blasting the A/C to cool your home? Do you sit by the fan to cool off whenever you get home? Did you know that home insulation helps keep your house cool in the warm weather? Interested in a home...
Every new season brings about change, and for homeowners, those changes signal some weekend projects around the house. Keep it simple. Standard home maintenance activities work because they keep simple problems from escalating into complex issues. Keep your energy bill in check with some simple...
Spring is the season of growth and sustainability. And Earth Day is a day to teach our children about the importance of recycling, conserving water, and how to “go green.” After all, our children are the future, so why show them how to take care...
Definition of Programmable Thermostat A programmable thermostat is a type of thermostat that lets homeowners create programmed settings that adjust the temperature of their home. A programmable thermostat basically lets homeowners customize the run times of their furnace, based on their lifestyle, in order to save...
Owning and maintaining a home is a substantial expense for many homeowners. However, when considering real estate tends to rise over the long-term, owning a home is generally a worthwhile investment. As you pay down your mortgage, you’ll build equity in your property. Plus, maintaining...
Tired of drafty rooms or windows and high energy costs every winter? Every home has a heating and cooling system, but not every home has efficient heating. What is the difference? Efficient heating means home comfort, along with reasonable energy costs. For many, winter means weatherization (or...
Mother Nature is making a mark this year and ensuring we all feel a little chill this winter. For those of us that prefer a little warmer air, then we can rely on heating our homes during this season. The heating bill may add up,...
Officially, winter is still coming, but in reality, winter is here. And the chilly weather proves it! As the weather sends chills down our spines, homeowners should be aware of common heating problems and understand their HVAC system in order be prepared in the event...
The holidays are exhilarating and wonderful, but also stressful and draining time as well. The mental drain can also extend to your utility bills as well, so many folks want to find ways to save energy. In order to keep up with the shopping, decorating, class...
Every homeowner is looking for a little more. A little more cash in their pocket and a little more comfort in their home. Luckily, making energy efficient home improvements accomplish both! According to a report from the Washington Post homes with these energy efficient upgrades also...
