I’m sure you have noticed that this summer has been a hot one. And, we are constantly being asked for tips to help reduce costs and still stay comfortable. The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy has provided a wealth of answers to some of...
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Spring has Sprung – Other Spring Maintenance Tips
It’s hard to believe but spring has sprung. Spring time is the season for rebirth, renewal, and re-growth. It also brings to mind the long standing tradition of spring cleaning, but it’s also a great time to tackle those spring maintenance chores as well. Did...
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Weatherizing a Home or Business – Tip #3 Maintain Your Heating Systems
Listed below are a few of the routine maintenance items that should be performed by a certified heating system professional on a forced-air system. And remember, before the technician begins the maintenance process, they should always begin by turning off the electric power supply to...
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Weatherizing a Home or Business – Tip #2 Weatherstriping
The first tip that we provided was caulking, which is the best method for sealing cracks, gaps, or joints less than 1-quarter-inch wide in various places throughout your home or building, including around windows and door frames. Our second tip to winterizing your home or...
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Weatherizing a Home or Business – Tip #1 Caulking
There are several simple do-it-yourself things you can do to weatherize your home or business. Anyone willing to put in a few extra hours and purchase a few minor supplies at your local hardware store can make a huge difference in reducing your energy costs,...
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Why Homes and Businesses Lose Heat in Central Florida?
Even though the weather throughout Central Florida over the past few months has been very mild, we still have about 6-8 weeks of potential cold weather this winter. When the weather gets cold, many residents living in older homes are the ones that are most...
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Air Sealing and Insulating your Home
Seal and Insulate with ENERGY STAR Sealing and insulating the “envelope” or “shell” of your home — its outer walls, ceiling, windows, doors, and floors — is often the most cost effective way to improve energy efficiency and comfort. ENERGY STAR estimates that a knowledgeable...
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