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Simple Steps to Save Energy and Money This Holiday Season
A Consumer Reports National Research Center poll found 40% of consumers are worried about money or the economy this holiday season. So here is a gift that keeps giving – energy saving retro-fits that quickly pay for themselves. Use an … Continue reading
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A Warning Against Heater Hype
As the colder weather begins to roll in, many rush out to buy portable heaters to help stay warm. Some even promise to heat your homes for just pennies a day. However, a watt is still a watt and they … Continue reading
Tagged Heating, HVAC, portable heaters, save energy save money, winterizing
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Scare Up Some Energy Savings This Fall
Here are a few quick tips for how to save energy and money this fall season. First, set your thermostat no higher than 68 degrees when you are home and lower the temperature when you go to bed or when … Continue reading
Tagged Caulking, Filter, furnace, Heating, HVAC, weatherstrip, windows
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Heat Up Your Summer Energy Savings
With temperatures on the rise, now is a perfect time to make your home more energy-efficient. ENERGY STAR® offers suggestions for how to reduce your annual electricity costs by up to a third—that adds up to about $700 savings per … Continue reading
Tagged cfl, HVAC, light, light bulb, phantom load, Refrigerator, save energy save money, water heater
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An Energy Bill Breakdown and What You Can Do to Lower It
According to EnergyStar, the average household spends about $2,200 a year on their energy bill. So here’s an energy bill breakdown: 46% on HVAC systems. 14% on Water Heating. 12% on Lighting. 13% on Home Appliances. 11% on other Electronics … Continue reading
Winterizing Tips That Work Wonders
If you are looking for quick and easy tips to winterize your home, below is a list containing some of the best ways to do save energy and money. Get a Furnace Check-Up. While this one may involve the help … Continue reading
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Winter Energy Saving Tips
Sunny summer days are a thing of the past as the cold winter weeks approach us, so here are some energy saving tips to help keep you warm without burning a whole through your wallet. Take Advantage of Heat from … Continue reading
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HVAC Tips
Your heating and cooling system equipment runs best when properly maintained. One of the easiest ways to maintain your system is to change your filters on a regular basis. Also having your HVAC system serviced on an annual basis will … Continue reading
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