According to the U.S. Department of Energy, homeowners can save up to 10% annually on heating costs by lowering their thermostat by 7 to 10 degrees when away from home. Sounds simple enough, right? Turn down the heat, save some cash. But before you pack your bags and head out for the holidays, you need […]
In the last twenty years in Missouri, we’ve had 43 major power outages (at least 50,000 people impacted). On average that is twice a year. These outages are obviously inconvenient, but they can also be dangerous if you’re unprepared. Cold temperatures, lack of lighting, and disruptions to heating systems make proper preparation a must. 1. […]
According to a 2023 industry survey, only 30% of homeowners schedule preventative HVAC maintenance. While closing vents in unused rooms seems like logical thinking to save energy, it’s actually one of the most common mistakes out there. In the long run, it can end up costing you money. 1. The “Common Sense” Logic We get […]
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, 52% of household energy consumption is for just two things—heating or cooling our spaces. Here in the Ozarks the walnut leaves have already begun to turn yellow and have started to fall from the trees. This is a sure sign of fall, and being so, it’s also a […]
If you’re a condo owner who rents out your property, energy efficiency improvements can reduce costs and also attract quality tenants. If your condo has storm windows, then you’re already ahead of the game because they can reduce heat loss by 25% to 50%. But if your condo doesn’t have them, never fear. There are […]
When temperatures cruise upwards during summer months, the last thing you want is a malfunctioning air conditioning unit. While upgrading to higher efficiency equipment can reduce your energy use by about 50%, that may not be necessary, depending on what’s going on with your unit. For instance, if you’ve noticed ice forming on your AC […]
While most of us welcome spring when it arrives, it can also deliver an unpleasant wave of allergens. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, 33% of adults in the US report that they have eczema, a food allergy, or a seasonal allergy. As pollen counts rise, it’s nice to be able […]
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 25% of Americans experience a power outage each year. In many cases, an outage will last for more than six hours. The longer your power is out, the more uncomfortable life can be. In some cases, and especially in regions prone to powerful storms or frequent outages, installing a […]
According to the US Department of Energy, you can chalk up 10-25% of your average utility bill to leaks associated with your windows. This means you can have significant temperature inconsistencies between rooms during winter months. Some of your spaces are going to be too cool while others will be uncomfortably warm. When it comes […]
Over the past year, electricity rates rose 3.6% and that trend is expected in 2025. Given your HVAC system is one of the biggest energy consumers in your home, you want to curtail a high energy bill if you can. Some daily habits can cause your system to work overtime. Let’s take a look at […]
