Category Archives: Energy Evaluations

Why The Energy Star Matters When You’re Investing In A New System

If you are thinking of buying a new furnace or air conditioner soon, the Energy Star label is certainly something to keep an eye out for. This label matters when

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Know Where Your Energy Dollars Are Going, And You’ll See Where To Save

If you’re frustrated by high energy bills, you’re not alone. Energy costs can drain any homeowner’s pocketbook, especially in winter. If you’re looking for ways to save money, it’s important

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Control Air Leaks Now, And Stop Energy Loss

Heating and cooling your home can be very costly — even costlier if you have air leaks. Every bit of conditioned air that leaks from your home costs you money,

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Need Better Energy Savings? Get Home Equipment Ready For Cooler Temperatures

The season for cooler temperatures is here, and now you need to winterize your home so your HVAC equipment will use energy as efficiently as possible:

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R-Values Create An Efficient Heat Barrier For Your Home…And Energy Savings

A major portion of your monthly energy usage is devoted to heating and cooling your home. If your bills seem high, you may need an improved heat barrier. An efficient

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Making An Important Home Comfort Purchase? Follow The Energy Star

If an important home comfort purchase is in your future, now is the time to understand the Energy Star program. This is a joint effort on the part of the

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Putting Together A Strategic Energy Savings Plan

Have the energy bills in your North Carolina home been through the roof recently? Are you wondering how to increase energy savings without spending too much money? Or maybe you

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Your New Furnace: How Do You Know You’re Getting The Right Size?

Thinking about buying a huge furnace to keep your North Carolina home warm during the winter months? Think again. When it comes to furnaces, bigger is not necessarily better. But

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Decoding Dehumidifiers: Choosing The Right One For Your Home

In North Carolina, humidity levels can become very high during certain times of the year. Moisture levels are normally about 30 to 50 percent indoors. When they exceed these levels,

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Is It Time To Replace Your Furnace? Do The Math

If last winter’s high heating bills left you feeling uncomfortable, your aging furnace might be a big part of the problem.

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