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How Window Insulation Saves You Money

How Window Insulation Saves You Money

March 22, 2021

Windows play a large role in making your home enjoyable to live in. They bring in natural light and contribute to making spaces seem larger. However, they can also be a big source of energy waste in a home. Older windows typically are only single-pane, which have virtually no insulation value. This means that air …

How the Stack Effect Impacts Energy Efficiency 

How the Stack Effect Impacts Energy Efficiency 

August 7, 2018

Natural physics, including a simple principle like the stack effect, can have a major effect on your home’s energy efficiency. An efficient HVAC system requires a structure that minimizes heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter. Unfortunately, the stack effect is one of the forces that works against efficient cooling and heating in …

Air Leaks 101: How to Detect Them

Air Leaks 101: How to Detect Them

March 7, 2017

Your home’s envelope is all of the materials that separate your living spaces from your crawl space, attic space and the great outdoors. Air leaks in the envelope waste energy, allow air and moisture infiltration and make your HVAC system work harder to cool and heat your home.

How to Conduct Your Own Home Energy Tests

How to Conduct Your Own Home Energy Tests

December 22, 2016

Professional home energy tests are the best way to learn how your house could be more efficient so you can save money on utility bills and reduce your carbon footprint. Although professional audits can pay for themselves as you correct energy loss, another option might be to conduct your own energy tests. Here are a …

How to Find Air Leaks in Your Home’s Envelope and Seal Them

How to Find Air Leaks in Your Home’s Envelope and Seal Them

March 17, 2016

Air leaks give Orlando’s heat and humidity an easy way to sneak into your home and steal your comfort. With some simple, inexpensive steps, you can block the leaks to protect your comfort and control your energy bills.

Air-Sealing Your Home: Best Practices

Air-Sealing Your Home: Best Practices

September 22, 2015

So you’ve found air leaks in your home’s envelope. Now what do you do? The next step is air-sealing them to improve energy efficiency. With a few exceptions, it’s fairly easy and straightforward to seal leaks with common materials available on the market.

What You Need to Know About Home Energy Audits

What You Need to Know About Home Energy Audits

May 28, 2015

A home energy audit is a useful tool to assess how efficiently your Orlando home uses energy and how it can be improved to further reduce your energy usage and utility costs. Here’s what to expect during a home energy audit:

Keep Cooling Costs Down With These 5 Tips

Keep Cooling Costs Down With These 5 Tips

May 19, 2015

Maintaining your home’s comfort level throughout Orlando’s long cooling season can put a big dent in your yearly energy budget. These tips can help you keep household cooling costs comfortably under control.

How to Conserve More Energy at Home This Spring

How to Conserve More Energy at Home This Spring

April 2, 2015

Spring is a beautiful time of year in Central Florida. It’s also a good time to prepare a smart strategy to conserve more energy at home. Use these tips to lower your cooling bills, improve comfort and lighten the load on your hard-working A/C or heat pump.

Downsize Your A/C Use and Stay Cool All Summer Long

Downsize Your A/C Use and Stay Cool All Summer Long

August 5, 2014

The cost of energy has forced many Orlando homeowners to think of alternative ways to keep cool in the summer, that won’t break the bank. Here are some suggestions to help you downsize your A/C use, reduce your carbon footprint, and save you money all summer long.