If you’re like most homeowners, half of the energy used in your home is for heating and cooling. The following Energy Star tips can help you maintain your HVAC system for best efficiency and energy savings.
Calculate Savings with Energy Star-Qualified Products and Pocket Cash
Every homeowner wants to save money, right? Understanding simple ways to do it, such as investing in Energy Star qualified products, is the first step to making your house more energy efficient. The Energy Star line of products adheres to strict guidelines to promote maximum efficiency and energy savings.
Geothermal Heating and Cooling: 5 Factors to Keep in Mind Before You Take the Plunge
If you are considering a new HVAC system for your Dayton area home, you may want to consider a geothermal heating and cooling solution that requires less energy than other systems to keep your home comfortable year-round. There are several things to consider before making a decision:
Holiday-Season Energy Savings: A Gift for Yourself All Wrapped up in a Lower Utility Bill
The winter holidays are a great time to reconnect with family and friends over shared meals, and to showcase your Dayton area home with festive lighting and decorations. While the additional cooking, heating and energy usage can do a number on your utility bills, there are ways to help reign in those costs. Read on […]
High Efficiency A/C Pays for Itself, but There Are Other Benefits as Well
One major benefit of installing a high-efficiency A/C in your Dayton area home is the energy savings. The amount you save on energy each month is a return on the money you invested to install the system, so your new air conditioner should pay for itself over time. Energy savings aren’t the only benefit, however. […]
Air Cleaners: 4 Benefits for Your Springfield or Dayton Home
Did you know that indoor air pollution is a real threat to your health? It’s true – indoor air can be up to 100 times more polluted than outdoor air. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has even named indoor air pollution as one of the top five concerns to public health. It’s the cause of […]
Calculate Savings by Knowing Which of Your Home’s Appliances Use the Most Energy
Knowing how much energy your home’s appliances and electronics use will help you calculate savings by using them wisely and maintaining them. The U.S. Department of Energy reports that cooling and heating homes tops the list of home energy users, taking approximately 50 percent of household energy consumption, followed by water heating, cooking and drying […]
How Fans Can Help Your Feel Cooler Without Breaking the Bank
Instead of relying only on air conditioning this summer, incorporate fans into your home cooling plan. Just as an outdoor breeze in the winter contributes to the wind-chill factor, creating a breeze indoors in the summer keeps you cooler. The result is a more comfortable indoor environment and increased energy savings, because fans use far […]
Smart Thermostats Offer Remote Control of Your Home’s Environment
Smart thermostats take the convenience and energy-saving benefits of a programmable thermostat one step further. They allow you to control your home’s environment remotely, with wireless connectivity, user-friendly interfaces, online access and various mobile apps.
Prep for Summer Energy Savings In Your Home With These Pointers
With the arrival of summer heat, Dayton area homeowners will see their electricity costs rise. Not only does running your air conditioner continuously increase your utility costs, other home systems also may contribute to higher energy bills. You don’t have to resign yourself to high utility bills this summer, however. There are a lot of […]