Energy Saving
Five Easy Ways to Lower Your Air Conditioning Costs This Summer
Spring has sprung in Texas and warmer temperatures are on their way. Soon, you’ll be cranking up your air conditioning, if you haven’t already. This is the perfect time for homeowners to take some simple steps that can save money on those costly summertime energy bills. 1. Schedule a home energy audit. A professional home…
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Five Things You Can do to Keep Your Water Heater from Crying
There are few things more distressing than coming home to find your water heater throwing a temper tantrum, crying up a river in your basement. Keeping it happy and tear-free does not have to be a challenge – here are five simple things you can do today to help your water heater stay dry-eyed for…
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Beat the Heat without Breaking Your Budget by Eliminating Uneven Home Cooling
Traditional air conditioning systems operate with a single thermostat located in a central part of your home. The system assumes that the temperature at this one spot is the actual temperature throughout the house and is happy to stick with it. The problem is that every room is different, both in composition and utility. For…
Read MoreEnergy Efficiency 2016 Federal Tax Credits
A number of tax credits for residential energy efficiency have been renewed. These tax credits are available for purchases made in 2016, as well as retroactive to purchases made in 2015. ENERGY STAR products eligible for tax credits are independently certified to save energy, save money and protect the environment. Use up to 30% less…
Read MoreSaving Big with a Tankless Water Heater
Did you know that switching to a tankless water heater can save you money on energy costs? According to Energy.gov, by upgrading to a tankless system, the typical family can save more than $100 in utilities every year. That big savings is thanks to the fact that tankless hot water heaters can be up to…
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Mini-Splits and Summer Savings!
Homeowners in Texas know that air conditioners and surviving the summer weather go hand in hand. But what happens when your old AC unit isn’t working as efficiently as it could? Consider upgrading to a mini-split. Known for being environmentally friendly, easy to install, and decorator-friendly, a mini-split, also referred to as a “ductless system”,…
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