Winter is nearly here, and you may not be looking forward to the biting chill and icy winds of the season. Your home should be a warm, cozy respite from the freezing temperatures of winter. If you are tired of seeing your heating bills fly through the roof every year, use these tips to save …
We rely so much on electricity these days. Being without power means losing heat, hot water, lighting, and even the ability to communicate via phone or email. In Northern Virginia, summer hurricanes or tropical storms and winter snow and ice are known to cause prolonged power outages. Losing power for a long stretch of time …
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Whether saving money is on your list of New Year’s resolutions, or you want to make up for some of that extra holiday shopping, keeping your heating bill low this winter can make a positive impact on your finances. Of course, you’ll want to continue changing filters and performing routine maintenance, but here are a …
Are you ready for spring? Better yet, is your HVAC system (and your wallet)? Here are some helpful tips for staying comfortable – while simultaneously saving energy and money – in Northern Virginia’s variable springtime weather. Install a programmable thermostat. Programmable thermostats are one of the single best (and easiest) ways to save on your heating …
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has just announced its annual list of the top 10 states for new Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certifications in 2012. LEED is a rating system to determine how “green” a building is; buildings are judged based upon how efficiently they use resources, safeguard the health of their …
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