Ways to Save On Your Electric Bill in 2023
We’re all looking for ways to save money on our bills. If you feel like your electric bill is higher than you’d like, we have some tips for you! Southern California homeowners like yourself often see rising electricity bills, especially in the summer months. Our weather is justifiably famous, but the sunshine and warm temperatures […]
New SEER Standards are Here! What They Mean for San Diego-Area Homeowners
New federal standards for minimum energy efficiency in heat pump and central A/C systems went into effect on January 1 of 2023. Most of these won’t have much affect on San Diego-area homeowners, but it’s good to know about them–especially because the new regulations can have a meaningful effect on your home’s energy efficiency and […]
The Inflation Reduction Act Has Tax Credits and Rebates for San Diego and San Diego County Homeowners
You may have heard about the recently signed Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which was created to provide significant investment to reduce the effects of US carbon pollution in the face of the current climate crisis. San Diego and San Diego County homeowners can benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act by making energy efficient upgrades in […]
How the Inflation Reduction Act Can Help You Save with the 25C Tax Credit
The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was created to provide significant investment to reduce the effects of US carbon pollution in the face of the current climate crisis. The IRA will benefit homeowners who make energy-efficient upgrades in the form of tax credits and rebates on new HVAC, electrical, and plumbing fixtures. Not only […]
Save on HVAC upgrades and heat pumps in San Diego and San Diego County with the Inflation Reduction Act
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed in August 2022, offers tax credits and rebates that can help San Diego and San Diego County homeowners make energy-efficient upgrades. You can lower your carbon footprint in addition to saving money on heat pumps and other energy-efficient heating and cooling home upgrades. The financial incentives included in the […]
When to Replace Windows & Doors in Your Home
Before we can talk about when to replace windows and doors in your home, it’s important to understand why they should ever be replaced. The short answer is energy efficiency. Windows and doors significantly impact your home’s energy efficiency. Here’s how it works: Air naturally flows from areas of high concentration (inside) to areas of […]
What is a Heat Pump and How Does It Work?
A heat pump is part of your home heating and cooling system and is installed outside of your home. Its function is to move heat from one place to another, such as moving heat inside your home in the winter and outside in the summer. They are designed to be environmentally friendly because, unlike furnaces, […]
Annual Furnace Maintenance Tips for New Homeowners
Many first-time homeowners have a steep learning curve during the first year of ownership, learning the ins and outs of owning a home. Annual furnace maintenance is important to keep your system functioning properly and running as efficiently as possible. Performing regular maintenance helps keep energy bills from going up. The reason for this is […]
8 Winter Energy Saving Tips
Winter temperatures cause an increase in energy consumption, leading to considerably higher bills. Not only is it good to save money but it’s also important to make your home comfortable & stay warm as it starts getting colder. Thankfully, though, there are numerous ways to keep your house warm and cozy during these cold months […]
Home Energy Saving Tips to Lower Your Electric Bill
Increased time spent at home means a corresponding uptick in power usage for your computer while Increased time spent at home means a corresponding uptick in power usage for your computer while working from home, for your TV and other devices used for entertainment, and for lighting and climate controlling your house. More power usage […]