How to Save Water at Home

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In most homes, water has four major uses: baths, faucets, washing machines and dishwashers. For each of these uses, water heating may be required, which consumes around 20% of a home’s energy costs. Other uses of water include irrigation, pools, fountains and spas. Even when you try to use water wisely, you my be wasting a good deal of this precious resource. Here are ideas and tips on how to wisely save water in your home. Ways to Conserve Water for {Read More}

How to Save Water and Energy in Showers

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When considering your water use, two factors need to be taken into consideration: heat & water. Heating your water accounts for at least 20% of your power bill. Baths and showers utilize 37% of that. This means that 6% of your power bill is dedicated to heating water for your showers and baths. The good news is that with small changes you can save on both heating and water costs. Hold your shower head. You should be aware that most {Read More}

Programmable Thermostat Will Increase Energy IQ of Your Home

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One way homeowners seek to extract most energy units from their home-energy dollars is by investing in a state-of-the-art programmable thermostat. These smart gadgets can be programmed to save money and energy by adjusting the temperature at home. The evidence shows, however, that many owners don’t program their programmable thermostats because they either find controls confusing or they simply overlook this activity. Having programmable thermostats non-programmed wastes more money that their owners bargained for. What’s more important, if programmable thermostats {Read More}

Save Money and Energy During Winter

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An energy efficient home is vital to safe and comfortable living. The key to saving money and energy during winter is to prepare for winter before it arrives. The good news is that you don’t need to sacrifice the quality of your life in order to advance your home’s energy efficiency. Here are easy and inexpensive energy saving tips to help you save energy and money during the winter months and maintain your home’s much needed integrity. Insulate your home. {Read More}