Resolve to save on energy costs in 2019. There are steps that you can take as a homeowner (or home renter) that will save you big in the coming year. Some energy-saving methods are completely free, and some should be viewed as a money-saving investment. Read below and decide which steps your family should take to meet your energy saving resolutions. 1. Use Sunlight to Your Advantage Choose window coverings that allow you to use natural light to heat your home, but that can also reduce heat loss in colder months. 2. Choose Your Bulbs Wisely We can’t say it enough, energy-efficient light bulbs will [...]

There are “smart” versions of everything these days—smart cars, smart phones, smart watches, and even smart vacuums. One smart investment that we suggest for homeowners looking to save energy and money on their power bill each month is the smart thermometer. Though it is a size-able investment on the front-end, if utilized properly, it will be able to pay itself off and save you on energy costs in the long run.  1. They’re Fun for Techies If you’re a gadget wiz who loves problem-solving, and saving, the smart thermostat will be like a toy for you. With smart apps that can track the money [...]

It is estimated that your lighting choices can consume up to 25% of your home’s average energy budget. The electricity used over the lifetime of an incandescent bulb can cost 5 to 10 times the original purchase price of the bulb itself. When it comes to lighting your home or office, there has to be a better way. Light Emitting Diode (LED) and Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFL) bulbs are the top choices in energy-efficient lighting.  What’s Wrong with Traditional Bulbs? It is estimated that 90% of the energy given off by traditional incandescent bulbs is heat (rather than light). Essentially, the energy lost [...]

There are lots of ways to save energy all year long, but most people look for extra creative ways in either winter or summer. In winter, your energy bill soars as the heater stays on more consistently and your windows and doors let cold drafts in. In the summer, your air conditioner is constantly running and the windows are being heated up by the summer sunlight which pours in and heats up your home even more. If you’re looking for practical energy saving strategies for this summer, check out our top 5 tips below: Turn the Refrigerator Down Your fridge can account [...]

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