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“A house has to breathe!” That mantra, developed before residential air conditioning was common, has been the mainstay of builders for years. Building experts are now questioning that old philosophy, especially when it relates to energy costs in heating and cooling your home. Air leakage, or infiltration, occurs when outside air enters a house uncontrollably through cracks and openings. Properly air sealing such cracks and openings in the home can significantly reduce heating and cooling costs, improve building durability and create a healthier indoor environment. Rising energy costs make saving money more important than ever.
Leaking ductwork often creates a slight vacuum inside the home. This vacuum is filled by dirty air coming from the attic of the house itself. Thermographic images have shown scorching air being drawn down the walls of a home to the return air intake, and headed right back up into the attic. Owens Corning has developed Energy Complete to seal attics from interior space, to lower utility bills and create a healthier home. Durable Energy Consultants offers a free home evaluation to see if your home qualifies for attic sealing. Call them at 713 344 0463.
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The Texas State Energy Conservation Office states that “air leaks waste energy and can account for nearly half of all heating and cooling costs in a home.” The most significant result of air leakage may be increased energy costs. Since heating and cooling accounts for the majority of utility costs in a typical home, stopping energy loss from air leakage offers the best opportunity for saving money.
Air leakage in homes causes multiple problems. Accidental air inflow results in too much or too little fresh air. During cold or windy weather, excess air may enter the house, resulting in dust, allergens, drafts, uncomfortable rooms and ridiculous utility bills. When it's warmer or less windy, not enough ventilation may occur and stagnant air may result. Air infiltration also can contribute to problems with moisture. High humidity creates an opportunity for mold to grow, further reducing indoor air quality.
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 Geothermal is the most efficient way to cool your home.
Geothermal systems use the constant 50 to 60 degree underground temperatures to cool or heat indoor air. Geothermal systems don’t burn fossil fuels to create heat and use only a small amount of electricity. As a result, geothermal systems operate at a fraction of the cost of traditional air-source air conditioning systems. As a result, more and more people are turning to geothermal systems when building a new home.
And now that technology makes it possible to install geothermal systems in smaller spaces, they are becoming a popular option for homeowners who need to replace their existing AC system.
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 A Home Energy Audit from Home Energy Consultants provides a roadmap to improvements that will save the most energy.
With thirty steps to consider for cutting energy costs, which should be done first?
Which improvement will save the most money? An audit from Home Energy Consultants is the answer.
Call 888-641-5506. Or click here to visit the web site.
A certified energy auditor willl do a series of tests to determine your home’s energy score. You can compare that to an average home, a home built today or the 2009 Thirty Green Energy Savings Makeover home. The recommendations page will detail the things you can do to cut your energy usage, estimate the cost and what you can expect in savings each year. Plus, it will direct you to companies that can complete those projects.
The first step to energy savings is developing your plan with a Home Energy Audit. Audits are $295 from Home Energy Consultants. |
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The 5-2-1 Compressor Saver acts like a surge protector for your air conditioning system and saves electricity.
Air conditioning systems use the most energy at startup. During a typical summer season, the air conditioner will start and stop over 6,000 times.
A compressor saver acts like a surge protector for your air conditioning system providing a slight boost when it starts. It uses less electricity and extends the life of the compressor.
Gary Parr recommends the 5-2-1 Compressor Saver and adds one to every HVAC system he installs. Air conditioners with the 5-2-1 Compressor Saver® typically start in 30-50% less time than air conditioners without the product.
“This is one of the least expensive things a person can do to save energy and improve the performance of their air conditioning system,” said Gary Parr. “When you’re having your AC serviced, ask the contractor to install a 5-2-1 Compressor Saver on each unit.”
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