What if you could sell your electricity to the utility company instead of getting a bill from them, and benefit the environment at the same time by producing a clean source of energy? Sounds like a good deal, right. Well, net metering allows owners of solar energy systems to produce their own electricity, while saving […]
Stop Breaking your Back with those Heavy AC Units
When was the last time you looked forward to lugging around those heavy window AC units to fight the heat and humidity of summer? Let me guess…never. The alternative has always been to install a central AC system, until now. When it comes to providing a heating and cooling system for your home, the complexity […]
How Do Solar Hot Water Heaters Work?
Solar hot water heaters make use of solar power to heat water. Solar panels are installed on the roof of your house. The pipes within your house carry a solution to the solar panels, which heats them. The hot solution is pumped back to a hot water tank through a heat exchanger that heats the […]
Obscene Way to Save Big on Energy
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What is a Smart Meter and How do I get One?
A smart meter is an electricity meter, the device found on the outside of your home or business. It tells the power company how much electricity you have used for a given month. The key difference in a smart meter, is that it communicates directly with the electric company to provide them with reports of […]
Fight Back! Choose this Weapon in your War against Energy Waste
Your home or building is surrounded on all sides by the forces of nature that want to steal the heating and cooling energy from your structure. Easily turn the tide in this battle, by turning energy waste into energy savings. Fight back these energy sapping beasts by simply selecting the right amount and right type […]
Live Better than your Neighbor during the next Power Outage
Be prepared for extended power outages by taking control of your energy usage. Having an energy efficient home will help you stay safe and comfortable in the event of an extended power outage due to a major snow storm, tornado, hurricane, blackout or other catastrophic event. If you have a generator, you’ll need less power […]
How to Guide: Choosing the right Solar Company
Installing solar panels for your home or business is a smart move. Selecting the right solar panel installation company will ensure that your system is providing you with the maximum amount of energy efficiency and reliability. There are several aspects that you should consider before hiring a solar company. We’ve got some tips to help […]
Secrets to the High Price of Summer Gas
Have you noticed that the cost of filling your vehicle’s tank goes up significantly once the weather gets warmer? Gasoline actually costs more in the summer than it does in the winter season, for a number of different reasons. As the weather warms up and school lets out, more people start traveling. This means that […]
How do Batteries Work?
Like most people, you probably use your TV’s remote control, have a wall clock, or turn on a flashlight, without giving much thought as to how they work…until now. Exploring the science behind what makes your TV’s remote allow you to fire through channels like the beat of your heart, may seem daunting. However, a […]
