Wintertime is tough on houses. The extra cold and wet test its structural integrity. Heavy snow stresses the roof and walls. The cold winds blow down fences and shingles from the roof. It’s a fantastic idea to prepare your house for the winter during the fall. This process is called winterizing, and in this post […]
It can seem like a daunting task to prepare your home for winter. But with a little experience, confidence, and a good checklist, it can be relatively easy. Save our complete guide on how to winterize a house to make the process simple and smooth every year. A winterized home will protect you and your […]
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 […]