You Won’t Save Money by Closing the Upstairs Air Vents

May 17, 2022

Some homeowners who don’t use their upstairs so much will close the air vents in that area when summer comes. However, far from reducing their cooling bill, this can compromise indoor comfort downstairs and put great wear and tear on the AC. You Lose Cool Air One might think that closing the air vents to unused rooms will lead the AC to cool the other rooms more quickly. This isn’t exactly the case. Remember that single-speed air conditioners have a specific cooling capacity and that installers fit them to each home depending on factors like:

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Does It Matter Where I Place My Thermostat?

April 18, 2022

Does It Matter Where I Place My Thermostat? For your thermostat to get an accurate reading of the temperature in your home, where it is placed is important. If you place it in the wrong spot, your home may get too warm or cold. Follow these rules to get accurate readings. Height Matters Warm air rises, so how high you place the thermostat on the wall matters. It should be between 52 and 60 inches above the floor. Don’t Place You Thermostat in Sunlight If sunlight hits your thermostat, it

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What are Energy Efficient Curtains?

April 5, 2021

Curtains are responsible for over 30% of heating costs in many homes. The crevices in your windows result in heat loss during winter and unnecessary heat gain in the summer. That is why thick curtains touching the floor will help save energy. They insulate your home against adverse temperatures and can be a cost-effective way of reducing utility bills. What Are Energy-Efficient Curtains? Also known as thermal curtains, they are thick, heavy fabrics with acrylic foam layers to insulate the room. The insulation prevents air from escaping or entering through the windows. If you live

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How Can I Make My Windows More Energy Efficient?

February 8, 2021

If you’re losing too much heated or cooled air through your windows, you don’t have to replace them. There are ways to make existing windows more energy efficient, which can save you a lot of money on your energy bills. Seal Gaps It’s often the case that windows aren’t sealed properly, especially older ones. This lets air easily travel between your home and the outdoors. This problem can be easily and cheaply fixed. You can’t always see gaps around your windows. One way to spot them is to hold up a

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