by admin | May 29, 2016 | Home Energy Efficiency Science
If you live in the Maryland/Virginia region, you’re no stranger to intense and/or fluctuating summer temperatures. As temperatures begin to rise and you prepare to power up the air conditioner, bear in mind that central air units are one of the biggest sources of...
by admin | May 2, 2016 | Home Energy Efficiency Science
A house has many parts; each one fulfilling a specific role that contributes to the overall quality of the living space. But what happens when one or more of those parts stops working? How do you identify areas of dysfunction and, once you identify the problem(s), how...
by admin | Apr 19, 2016 | Home Energy Efficiency Science
No matter which country or city you live in, having proper insulation in place is the key to making your home more comfortable and energy-efficient. Heat is constantly traveling. During the summer, heat flows inside the home while, during the winter, heat flows out of...
by admin | Apr 3, 2016 | Home Energy Efficiency Science
As the seasons change, there are lots of simple ways to save money on your energy bills here in the Mid-Atlantic. This weekend, spend an hour going through this simple checklist to guide you as you begin to increase the energy efficiency in your home: Check your...
by admin | Mar 24, 2016 | Home Energy Efficiency Science
The Department of Energy estimates about 45% of the average American family’s energy bills are made worse by poor insulation. That fact alone makes decisions about your family’s HVAC system critical to impact your energy bills. Energy waste occurs wherever there is a...