Heating and cooling account for nearly 50% of the average energy consumption in U.S. homes, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Yet, most of the energy gets wasted because of outdated systems, poor insulation, air leaks, and inefficient usage...
Living in an apartment without air conditioning can be stifling. In the past, many renters have opted for window units – but these systems come with drawbacks: they take up an entire window and don’t cool the space that effectively. Now, renters have the option...
When the temperature outside is climbing higher, many people are tempted to turn their thermostat down a few degrees to combat the heat. It may be tempting to make your home feel like a winter wonderland inside when the temperatures outside are rising. However, too...
Are you heading on vacation and hate the idea of paying to cool down a vacant house? Maybe you have a second home that sits vacant throughout most of the summer and doesn’t truly need air conditioning year-round. Figuring out how to balance the budget for a home that...
