If you want to stay comfortable in the heat of Charlotte’s long summers while avoiding outrageous electricity bills, efficient air conditioning is what you need. Installing a high-efficiency air conditioner isn’t the only way to achieve this. Taking care of your appliances and electronics, making a few home efficiency upgrades, and regularly maintaining your air …
by Ross and Witmer Spring has arrived here in central North Carolina, bringing rain, fresh flowers and a whole new to-do list for home maintenance. The costly heating season is over, but energy efficiency is still a major concern for most homeowners. This means that weatherization, which is often considered important only during the colder months, is still essential. …
by Ross and Witmer Energy efficiency is a hot topic for many homeowners these days, but a lot of people don’t know where to start when it comes to choosing home energy upgrades. There are a few specific tasks that can go a long way toward making your home more efficient, and many don’t require a lot of expertise. …
by Ross and Witmer Every homeowner has beliefs about what saves energy and what doesn’t. Often times, the most common home energy myths originated as truths, even if the energy savings were minimal. What beliefs are true and which ones are false? We break down four of the most common home energy myths and let you know how to …
by Ross and Witmer To protect your home and make it as energy efficient as possible, it’s necessary to understand your home from the standpoint of a building structure with multiple systems. While your home’s envelope protects you and loved ones from the elements, the systems that comprise the envelope, such as roofing and walls, need protection in return. …
by Ross and Witmer To combat the chilly winter weather in the Charlotte area and to help keep heating costs down, you’ve probably pulled out your arsenal of wooly mittens, knit scarves and fleece blankets. But no matter how many layers you pile on, there’s a good chance you still feel like you’re living in an icebox. Luckily, there …
by Ross and Witmer Are you concerned about high energy bills? Since water heating accounts for 14 to 18 percent of the average homeowner’s energy bill, you can significantly save money on your bills by making a few adjustments to your water heater tank and how you use hot water. Read on to learn about five simple ways you …
by Ross and Witmer If you’ve seen your household energy costs spike with that first electric bill after the holidays, your Christmas season lighting displays – both on the house and the tree – probably played a role in that. The good news is that you can transition to energy efficient holiday lights without sacrificing the festive atmosphere of …
by Ross and Witmer If you want to make some strides in lowering your energy usage during the heating season this year, it’s imperative that you learn some effective fall and winter energy-saving tips. Not only will these tips save on energy bills; most of them also will help keep you warm in your Charlotte area home. Fall and …
by Ross and Witmer For the most part, you don’t have to worry about constant maintenance to your HVAC system. However, if you want to get the most out of your HVAC system, you’ve come to the right place. We’re going to go over some of the best tips in order to help you do just that. Replace Air Filters …
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