According to ENERGY STAR®, one of the most cost-effective ways to increase your home's energy efficiency is to improve the building "envelope," which consists of outer walls, windows, floors, ceiling, and other openings. A residential envelope that is properly sealed and has proper insulation can have a significant effect on your monthly utility costs and [...]
Water is an important resource today, and it is essential to understand the amount of water we use and how much we waste down the drain every day. Here’s an opportunity to learn how to easily save water and save $$ in our own homes every day. In the United States, an average family spends [...]
We all know water is a precious resource and especially in the desert, where we live. Water is essential to our everyday lives. That said, it is important that we do our part in conserving and protecting our water supply. Look at our neighbors in California who are experiencing many hardships due to scarcity of [...]
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, 43% of our monthly utility bills goes to heating and air conditioning. We are quickly approaching the warm summer months of Arizona. Which means, we are also approaching the months of our highest utility bills with the usual dread we feel at this time of the year. What [...]
How Do You Calculate SEER? Do you even know what that means, even if you do know how to calculate it? Cooling BTUs and the amount of electricity a cooling unit uses per hour are crucial when determining a unit’s SEER ratings. An inefficient unit will have less cooling capacity/power (indicated by the cooling BTUs) […]
This is a question we get quite often. The answer is not a quick yes or no, however. There are several good reasons you should opt to repair you’re A/C system. There are also several good reasons why replacing your system makes good sense, as well. We have discussed this in the past, in both [...]
A programmable thermostat is such a great tool to have in your home to help you control the temperature in your house, at all times of the day. Especially now, as we approach the 100+ degree weather for the next several months, you want (and need) a “smart” thermostat to help you control your temperature […]
Your water heater works hardest in the winter and cooler months. Think about how long you stand outside your shower waiting for the hot water to flow through to you. During these months, you want to take care to be aware of things you can do to be more efficient. There are simple steps you […]