If you need a new air conditioner, why not get an energy efficient model. Not only is it better for our Earth, you’ll pay less each month to run it.  Look for a unit with a SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) between 16-21.  To see if you can save money on your outright [...]]]> by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

If you need a new air conditioner, why not get an energy efficient model. Not only is it better for our Earth, you’ll pay less each month to run it.  Look for a unit with a SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) between 16-21.  To see if you can save money on your outright purchase use the tools on the left hand column of this website, the‘Rebate Finder by Energy Star & Tax Credit Product Finder .

For existing systems change the filter each month and schedule an annual checkup. These steps will ensure that your system runs at peak efficiency.

Stay cool while you sleep with an overhead fan instead of pumping air conditioning throughout the entire house.  If you don’t care for this option try shutting the doors and vents of unused rooms.  This will lighten the load of your air conditioning unit.

If you want to make an investment in the future consider going geothermal. This system pumps water and antifreeze or a refrigerant through pipes under the ground.  The temperature of the earth then heats or cools the water which then heats or cools the air in your home when pumped through piping in your house. 

Whatever your budget there are things you can do to decrease your costs.

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You can save as much as 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills by simply turning your thermostat back 10% to 15% for 8 hours. You can do this automatically by installing an automatic setback or programmable thermostat.  This device enables you to adjust the times you turn on the heating [...]]]> by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

You can save as much as 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills by simply turning your thermostat back 10% to 15% for 8 hours. You can do this automatically by installing an automatic setback or programmable thermostat.  This device enables you to adjust the times you turn on the heating or air-conditioning according to a preset schedule. As a result, the equipment doesn’t operate as much when you are asleep or when the house, or a part of it, is not occupied. Programmable thermostats can store and repeat multiple daily settings (six or more temperature settings a day) that you can manually override without affecting the rest of the daily or weekly program.

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Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. It typically accounts for about 13%–17% of your utility bill. There are four ways to cut your water heating bills: use less hot water, turn down the thermostat on your water heater, insulate your water heater, or buy a new, more [...]]]> By Wendy Brandt Martinenas

Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. It typically accounts for about 13%–17% of your utility bill. There are four ways to cut your water heating bills: use less hot water, turn down the thermostat on your water heater, insulate your water heater, or buy a new, more efficient model.

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Protect the planet and protect yourself from rising utility rates. Learn how solar technology works, what elements make a home or structure appropriate for solar energy production & how the current government incentives make this form of energy cost effective.

Details will be provided on the incentives currently available to CT homeowners, including the [...]]]> by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

Protect the planet and protect yourself from rising utility rates. Learn how solar technology works, what elements make a home or structure appropriate for solar energy production & how the current government incentives make this form of energy cost effective.

Details will be provided on the incentives currently available to CT homeowners, including the CT Solar Lease Program, the CT Clean Energy Funds & the 30% Federal Tax Credit.  Sacred Heart University 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT.  Presentations at 1 pm and 5 pm on Saturday and noon and 3 pm on Sunday. For more info: 800-294-7469  www.fairfieldcountyhomeshow.com

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