As fall begins to ramp up and temperatures begin to cool down, natural gas use is steadily increasing across the country. According to Statista, natural gas consumption in the U.S. has risen about a third since 1995, and it reached a record high of 31 trillion cubic feet in 2019. This doesn’t come as a […]
As the summer starts winding down, it’s a great time to think about how you can best prepare for the fall by ensuring your home is as energy efficient as possible before the weather starts to cool off and back-to-school begins to gear up. Here are a few tips that you can implement in your […]
While the country is spending more time inside, the temperature outside is heating up for what’s expected to be a “hotter-than-average” summer, which means you’re likely using up more energy than usual and ultimately spending more money. However, we have some simple and easy hacks that will help you use less energy this summer while […]
Your central air conditioning unit may be the most important and most-used appliance in your home in the summer (perhaps only second to the toilet!). But unfortunately, these A/C units tend to go on the fritz right when we need them most. As we head into the dog days of summer, use these tips to […]
Memorial Day is behind us, and it’s time for summer! With that A/C cranking all day, we could all use some tips on summer thermostat settings. As a follow up to our winter thermostat settings post, we’ve rounded up our best tips for summer thermostat settings so you can save money while staying comfortable. Daily […]
Spring cleaning fun? It sounds like an oxymoron, but we promise it’s possible. Spring normally brings to mind blooming flowers, rising temperatures, and chirping birds. But for many of us, Spring also means this: Spring Cleaning. Just the mention of it reminds you of the dust that’s been gathering on your baseboards all winter, the […]
Fireplaces are a desirable home feature for their beauty and cozy ambiance. But how do they impact a home’s energy usage? Is there an energy efficient fireplace that’s better than the rest? Or are they a strain on your utility bills? A fireplace’s impact on energy use depends on a lot of factors: type of […]
We all want to be comfortable in our homes, but heating throughout the cold winter months can get expensive. Luckily, you can make simple adjustments with your thermostat that can save you money, without sacrificing comfort. We’re breaking down the best tips for winter thermostat settings below. Daily Temperature During Winter The household thermostat debate […]
When it comes to organizing your home and prioritizing your list of to-dos, it’s not surprising people tackle the most utilized rooms first. Kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, and bathrooms rise the top of the list when it comes to home projects. But some of the most important and useful rooms in the home often end […]
With the days of writing checks long gone, it’s easy to let months pass without really checking your regular bills. When it comes to our energy costs, we tend to deem it a necessary expense, without really considering if it’s possible to decrease it. The truth is that by making a few changes in our […]