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Plumbing
Tips to Save Energy at Home: Water Heating
1. Install Low-Flow Faucets and Showerheads Low-flow faucets and showerheads reduce water use while maintaining strong water pressure, so comfort stays the same. Look for fixtures with the WaterSense label, which certifies efficiency without performance loss. Also check the gallons per minute (gpm) rating — lower numbers mean less hot water used and less energy…
Other Home Projects
Tips for Saving Energy in Your Home: Heating
Heating expenses can get out of hand in the winter months, especially if your home has hidden leaks or large spaces to keep warm. While you can’t avoid the dreaded utility bills, you can lessen the load on your HVAC system and your wallet by making small or moderate improvements—whatever you can manage helps. Here…
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…
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…
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…
Other Home Projects
Energy Efficient Upgrades that Will Yield a High ROI
When it comes to home improvements that can make your property look good both from inside and outside, think “green.” Energy efficient upgrades not only help to reduce utility costs and improve the comfort level of your home, but also make your house more appealing to potential buyers. It’s a well-known fact that today’s conscious…
HVAC
10 Efficient Air Conditioning Strategies to Cool Your Home Effectively
During the summer, scorching temperatures can drastically impact your electricity bills. Fortunately, there are tips and tricks to help homeowners keep utility bills low, while still staying cool and comfortable in the summer heat. Below, we share 10 efficient air conditioning tips to cool your home. Maintain Your Current Air Conditioner Your air conditioner is…