Because of the abundance of homes in the United States that were built before codes related to energy and construction were established, the majority of those homeowners find that their home is outrageously underperforming. Founded in 1993, the Building Performance Institute is the standard to which all national energy auditing and upgrade work are held.
With energy costs rising and showing very little sign of slowing down, people everywhere have made the decision to solar! Solar gives you the ability to take control over your energy costs by producing the energy you need throughout the day right from your rooftop. When combined with a battery backup system, solar can even
The sun is shining, birds are singing, pools are splashing – summer is finally here! With temperatures rising steadily every single day, it’s important that your HVAC unit is running effectively to keep your house or business cool for the warm months ahead. To prepare for the summer season, hire one of our NATE-certified technicians
How Safe Is My Air? Unfortunately, COVID-19 doesn’t seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. In this new reality, the best thing we can do for our health is to thoroughly consider how we can cut down on COVID transmission. The CDC recently acknowledged the role that tiny aerosol particles play in spreading COVID-19, noting that particles can travel
Springtime brings an opportunity to clean and organize your home. But spring cleaning is harder than vacuuming under the couch. Did you know the quality of indoor air can be up to 100 times more polluted than outside air? Neglecting to properly clean your HVAC systems leads to an unhealthy home. Are your ducts in
Do you constantly adjust the thermostat? If you do, you’re causing your HVAC system to work harder than it should. Too much fluctuation in your indoor temperature can also result in high utility bills. Living in the Midwest means high humidity levels, sweltering heat, and sometimes, bone-chilling cold. Keeping your home at the right temperature year-round
Gas prices aren’t the only commodities surging due to recent events. Heating and cooling bills are soaring, as well. Inflation is at 7.5% – a 40-year high- while energy prices increased by 27%. Amid these issues, the majority of residences are still under-insulated. Without proper insulation, you’re more affected by the rising costs. It might be time
The average American uses 101.5 gallons of water per day. You read that right: per day. That includes showering, cooking, flushing toilets, and about a half gallon just drinking. With all of that consumption, you’d think we’d put a higher premium on the quality of our water, but you’d be surprised how many people don’t
Exposure to limescale can result in all kinds of devastating effects. From dull hair to irritated skin, limescale buildup can mess with your body. Limescale can also damage your appliances by corroding them away. But is it really that damaging? If so, how do you get rid of limescale? Well, it won’t disappear overnight without
Across the world, energy prices are rising. And St. Louis, Missouri is no exception. The average US household now spends an average of $117.46 on electricity and don’t expect that to drop any time soon. So what can you do to save on energy and reduce your bills? One great idea is to get a
