It’s a frustrating situation. The air conditioner is running. You can hear it, but your home isn’t getting any cooler. Before you assume the worst, know that this is a common problem with several possible causes. Some you can check yourself. Some need a professional. According to ENERGY STAR, leaky or uninsulated ductwork alone can reduce […]
If you’ve ever shopped for a new air conditioner, you’ve probably run into the letters SEER and wondered what they actually mean. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, air conditioning accounts for about 19% of all electricity consumed in U.S. homes. That makes your AC one of the major drivers of your monthly electric […]
The National Bureau of Economic Research reports that simply showing homeowners how their energy use compares to their neighbors can reduce consumption by 1.2 to 2.1 %. The people with consistently low energy bills aren’t necessarily doing anything fancy. And the difference isn’t luck or newer equipment. It’s just a set of simple daily habits […]
