Keep Your Home Running Efficiently All Year Long
April
Did you know that the cities of Austin, TX and Berkley, CA have made home energy audits a mandatory part of the real estate transaction process?
- Schedule a home energy audit.
May
Did you know that that ENERGY STAR-qualified appliances use 10 to 50 percent less electricity than standard models?
- Consider energy efficiency when buying new appliances and electronics. While energy-efficient products may be more expensive to buy, over their life they can save you about 30 percent on your energy bill.
- Use the energy-saving setting for all appliances, particularly your refrigerator, air conditioner, washing machine, dryer, and dishwasher.
- Unplug appliances and equipment when not in use, including TVs, cable boxes, computers, and monitors.
June
Did you know that setting your air conditioner lower than 78 degrees can increase your costs by up to 40 percent?
- Install a new energy efficient central air conditioning system or upgrade your existing equipment to a better more efficient one.
- Clean or replace air conditioner filters at least once a month during the cooling season.
- Shade windows that face south, east, and west. Keeping windows, drapes, and shades closed during the day helps keep unwanted heat out of your home. About 40 percent of unwanted heat comes in through windows.
- Don’Äôt run your air conditioner when the outdoor temperature is below 70 degrees. Open the windows instead.
- When buying a room air conditioner, make sure it is properly sized. A larger-than-needed air conditioner cycles on and off more frequently, reducing its efficiency. Frequent cycling makes indoor temperatures fluctuate more and creates a less comfortable environment.
Call us today to schedule your home energy checkup, (203) 227-5181 or email Jim Baker at
