by Jon Terry | Jul 15, 2014 | Around The Home, Blog, Home Owner Energy Tips
Temperatures are continuing to increase which also means an increase in running your air conditioning. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating and air conditioning your home takes up 43 percent of your monthly utility bill. Here’s how to reduce those...
by Jon Terry | Jan 6, 2014 | Blog, Green Home Tips, Home Owner Energy Tips
Come January 1st, not too many realize that 40W and 60W incandescent bulbs will hit their final phase-out stage of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, meaning these bulbs will officially cease to be manufactured and imported to the United States. Philips...
by Jon Terry | Nov 13, 2013 | Blog, Buying A Home, Colorado Living, Green Home Tips, Home Owner Energy Tips
The Passive House concept represents today’s highest energy standard with the promise of slashing the heating energy consumption of buildings by an amazing 90%. “Passive” describes the system’s underlying receptivity and retention capacity....
by Jon Terry | Jul 21, 2013 | Blog, Colorado Living, Home Owner Energy Tips, Sustainability
XCEL’s Solar Rewards program has increased to 33.6 megawatts available for rebates for small-size solar power systems at least for the remainder of 2013 until the commissioners approve XCEL’s 2014 plan. In Colorado, the rebate money comes from a 2 percent surcharge...
by Jon Terry | Dec 1, 2012 | Home Owner Energy Tips
Consider preparing your property for winter to lower energy costs, increase comfort in cold months, and possibly improve resale value. The three main updates to focus on for the winter are the windows, exterior and furnace. Adding energy-efficient vinyl windows to the...
by Jon Terry | Oct 23, 2012 | Around The Home, Blog, Green Home Tips, Home Owner Energy Tips
In autumn and spring, mild temperatures make it easy to forget about your home’s energy efficiency. However, when your air conditioner or furnace kicks in during the summer and winter months, the energy wasted heating and cooling your home becomes painfully...