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Solar Water Heater Installation Process
Thank goodness for hot water heaters. They’re our key to the simple pleasures we sometimes take for granted, like hot showers and baths, and even running the dishwasher. Unfortunately, it takes a wasteful amount of energy for them to keep your water piping hot. Many people try to cut water usage in an effort to…
Insulation
How to Insulate Your Attic: A Complete Guide
Attic Insulation: A Key to Lower Energy Bills Keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer starts with proper attic insulation. Without it, your HVAC system works overtime, driving up energy bills as heat escapes during winter or infiltrates during summer. The good news? Adding or upgrading attic insulation is a…
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Swimming pools are expensive. And even worse, cool weather restricts you to only a few months’ of actual pool use throughout the year, right? Wrong. There’s a simple way to extend your swimming season from now on—and best of all, in an efficient and economical way. Say hello to solar pool heaters. Solar pool heaters…
HVAC
Save Money on Your Utility Bill With a Heat Pump
Nobody likes paying utility bills — I sure don’t. But some people pay more than they have to by relying on inefficient heating and cooling methods. A standard gas furnace may work to heat up a home quickly, but it’s not going to save you any money in the process. Even buying one of the…
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Multi-Zone Home Heating and Cooling
If you share your home with someone else, you know how annoying it can be to try and agree on a temperature. Some people in the household will likely want the home cooler, and others will want it warmer. With standard heating and cooling systems, everyone typically comes to a compromise, but few are actually…
HVAC
Tapping Into Additional Savings With a Programmable Thermostat
How Programmable Thermostats Can Save You Money on Energy Bills In today’s fast-paced world, with constant notifications and distractions, any way to simplify life while saving money is a win. If you aren’t using a programmable thermostat to control your home’s heating and cooling, you’re missing out on potential savings. With the right settings, a…
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Your Comprehensive HVAC Winter Prep Checklist
As the chill of autumn sets in and the evenings draw in early, it’s not just the season for pumpkin delights — it’s also the critical moment to focus on your winter HVAC maintenance. Ensuring your heating system is primed for the colder months is essential to avoid the discomfort of a malfunctioning furnace during…
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Creative Ways Solar Energy Can Power Your Home Office
Every single day, incredible advancements are made in the solar power industry. They offer countless ways to save money and the planet. While solar-powered homes have become mainstream, some homeowners are not ready or cannot afford to go off the grid completely. The good news is that you can install solar energy gradually, one room…