Playing with the thermostat might sound like an easy way to get warm. The truth is much more complicated than that. For one thing, when you turn up the thermostat, you are spending more money than you might think. Staying… Read More
Archive for the ‘Energy Efficiency’ Category
Energy Efficiency Tips Part 2: Insulating Various Parts of Your Home
This is the time of the year when the weather finally starts to turn colder. The leaves are falling more and more quickly, and the trees are bare again. Soon enough, snowflakes will be falling instead. On cold nights, it’s… Read More
Energy Efficiency Tips: Why Insulation Can Actually Help You
On some days, the outside temperatures will linger in the upper-60s and lower-70s. At least, this is the case while the sun is still in the sky. After dark, the temperature will drop rapidly. While it makes for comfy sleeping… Read More
Energy Use and Your Thermostat
Everyone wants to save a little energy wherever they can. Not only is it better for our planet and our future, but it is better for your wallet because saving energy also means saving money. Fun fact: the type of… Read More
Making Sure Your AC Uses Less Power
During the summer, you’ll more than likely be shocked by how much more electricity you use around the house. This is because you’re relying on your HVAC more than usual. The AC is a great way to stay cool, but… Read More
Heating and Cooling Questions: Why is the Second Floor So Much Warmer?
Spring and summer are the two times of year when the earth is tilted closer to the sun. That’s why temperatures are going up. As we all know, hot air is supposed to rise while cooler air sinks. So you… Read More
The Effects of Your Thermostat on Energy Efficiency
Did you know that using a different thermostat can actually improve energy efficiency? The right thermostat can keep your energy bills down and still help your home stay comfortable. There are many different types of thermostats on the market. Which type is best for your… Read More
Increasing HVAC Efficiency While Seasons Are Changing
We have seen some downright bizarre weather patterns here in Maryland over the years, but no weather is more bizarre than what happens when the seasons are changing. We can experience several seasons worth of weather in the span of… Read More
Tips for Maximizing Your Air Conditioning on Hot Summer Days
It’s late August and the “dog days” of summer are definitely here. Temperatures have been well into the 90s, and the heat index has been somewhere over 100. We are all feeling the effects of the late-summer heat, and your… Read More