December 6, 2016
If you’re like a lot of homeowners, you pay your utility/energy bills every month without thinking about it. Like you have any choice? Well, you have an opportunity to be rewarded with lower energy bills this holiday season and winter by taking a easy steps to conserve energy in your home.
November 15, 2016
If you’re looking for ways to save energy at home, don’t fall for the urban myth that it helps to close vents in any unused rooms. In reality, shutting a room isn’t an effective energy-saving strategy, and it can have many unpleasant consequences like:
November 10, 2016
If you’ve looking for alternatives to a forced-air system, radiant heating is worth investigating. In areas of the country where winters are cold, some types of radiant heating can only be installed when it’s mild outside. Here in Orlando, it’s possible to install radiant heating anytime you choose.
November 8, 2016
Orlando might not get freezing temperatures during the winter months, but it can still get chilly at night. If you’re looking for a way to heat your home when it’s cold out, consider having a heat pump installed. These pumps offer an efficient way to keep your Orlando home warm and comfortable throughout winter.
November 3, 2016
While you might think of insulation as something more important in cold climates, good insulation has major benefits in sunny Orlando, too. Knowing which areas to insulate will help you get the most from your home upgrade budget.
October 25, 2016
Orlando may be near the ocean, but that doesn’t mean we can afford to waste clean water. You can conserve this precious resource and lower your bills just by upgrading some of your bathroom and kitchen plumbing fixtures. Water-Saving Toilets The toilet the biggest water-hog in most homes, with older models using up to 6 …
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October 20, 2016
Water heater temperature has a direct impact on water heating costs. The average family in the U.S. with a gas-fired water heater spends over $350 a year for hot water. In many cases, they may be unaware that the thermostat setting on their water heater is higher than necessary or safe. Many water heaters come …
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October 18, 2016
Wouldn’t it be great if the federal government had a program that advised consumers on what appliances and other energy-using products had surpassed minimum energy-efficiency standards without sacrificing performance? It just so happens that such a program has been operating in the U.S. for nearly 25 years. Run by the U.S. Department of Energy and …
October 13, 2016
Keeping a lid on high energy bills can be difficult, but far from impossible. Being mindful of how you use energy-efficient lighting, electronics, and appliances boosts energy savings. Further, you probably don’t leave your air conditioner blasting when you’re not home. However, there are more ways your whole HVAC system can save energy in your …
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October 11, 2016
When you are buying a house, some of the first home features that catch your eye may be the roof, exterior cladding, interior design, and appliances. However, there are other systems, such as the HVAC system, that are out of sight and may not beckon your attention.
