When thinking about switching to solar energy, you will really need to do some thorough research. The first thing you will need to decide is whether you want to attach your solar system to the grid or not. This will help you determine all the elements you will need to get for your preferred option. …
Are your energy bills getting out of control? Concerned about your carbon footprint? Saving energy and reducing your outgoings is easier than you might think! Follow these 10 easy tips to get you started… Switch to energy saving light bulbs They may be a little more expensive, but energy saving bulbs last much longer and …
With the threat of climate change looming large, more and more people are looking for ways to improve their eco-friendliness and sustainability at home and in the garden. Whether to protect the planet, or to reduce energy bills, becoming more environmentally-friendly is one of the major steps we can all take towards combatting the highest …
If you are like most people, you want to make choices that are good for the environment, but you may not know exactly what to do. If you are a parent, you may worry that your family won’t be able to make sustainable choices or may fear that your green living efforts aren’t going to …
Maybe you’ve heard the phrase “going off the grid?” Referring to becoming independent from the primary utility systems of the country, it sounds a bit difficult to do. However, you don’t have to go overboard. The easiest part of leaving the grid is to become independent when it comes to electricity. Deciding to become energy-independent …
Opting to replace your old boiler can be a big expense and it’s not always the top of a homeowners list of things to do. In fact, two-thirds (66%) of UK consumers would only replace their heating system if the current system failed or started to deteriorate according to BEIS (Department for Business, Energy & …
Are you looking for ways in reducing the dramatical rise of your electricity bills? It might seem like saving energy is only applicable inside your home, but they offer more than that. Landscaping can make your garden more inviting and cozy while reserving essential natural resources. For example, sitting under a tree and enjoying the …
Modern comfort comes at a price, and keeping air conditioners, refrigerators, furnaces, and water heaters going makes it hard to keep home energy bills to a manageable level. With all of these additions in your home, gradually you will see your energy bill increase if you aren’t careful. Luckily, there are a variety of things …
You might be wondering: what is a brown out? It is a state of lowered voltage that happens for a short time (from a minute to several hours). A brownout can also be called a “sag” and is caused by utility companies reducing the voltage of electricity being supplied to avoid a total power outage, …
Heating and cooling systems in your home eat up around fifty percent of your total budget for your utility bills. It drains more and more of dollars compared to others placed in your home. No matter the type of heating, air-conditioning, and ventilation systems installed in your home, you still have the chance to save …
