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:
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.
May 5, 2015
Your home’s windows provide some great opportunities to save energy. They can also be the cause of significant wasted energy. You could install more energy efficient windows in your home, but in the meantime, improve the energy efficiency of existing windows with some tried-and-true tips.
April 30, 2015
Today, not only builders and designers of new structures are interested in ways to reduce wasted energy in commercial buildings. Owners and facility managers of existing buildings have a stake, too. One consulting firm has projected that retrofitting energy saving equipment and operating procedures into already constructed buildings could cut energy consumption by nearly 30 percent …
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March 26, 2015
There are several systems that can heat and cool your home, but the one most homeowners are familiar with is a central air system. A central unit can heat and cool air, circulating it throughout the ductwork in your home and bringing all rooms to the same temperature at any given time. While this is simple and convenient, it’s not …
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March 17, 2015
The reason you have an HVAC system is to keep your home feeling comfortable, even during our long, sweltering Orlando summers. What forms a climate separation between the inside and outside of your home is called the building envelope, and how well it performs can have a big effect on your home’s overall energy efficiency.
February 26, 2015
In the same way your vehicle requires regular tune-ups to stay in optimal condition, so too does your heating and cooling system. While there are some simple things you can do yourself — such as changing air filters — most tasks will need to be done by a pro. It’s important to learn more about the maintenance that …
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February 5, 2015
Learning how to add window film is something all homeowners should consider doing, as film can stop thermal transfer from glass. Window film works effectively all year-round to improve energy efficiency, without having to commit to the financial investment new thermal windows require.
January 27, 2015
Insulating your home is one of the best ways to make it more energy efficient. Blown insulation is a great material to add to your attic space. It offers better coverage than batt insulation, and it’s easier to hit all of the nooks and crannies found in an irregular attic space with this type.
December 30, 2014
Life in Orlando isn’t cheap, but by investing in innovative equipment for an energy-efficient home, you can cut your expenses, while also enjoying greater comfort and convenience.
