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WM Wendy Martinenas updated 1-09

Air Conditioning Tips To Reduce Energy Consumption

by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

If you need a new air conditioner, why not get an energy efficient model. Not only is it better for our Earth, you’ll pay less each month to run it.  Look for a unit with a SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) between 16-21.  To see if you can save money on your outright [...]

Solar Shingles

To go solar you no longer need to have a large unattractive silver panel on your roof. It now comes in shingle form which is about the same size as a standard roofing tile.

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Programmable Thermostats

by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

You can save as much as 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills by simply turning your thermostat back 10% to 15% for 8 hours. You can do this automatically by installing an automatic setback or programmable thermostat.  This device enables you to adjust the times you turn on the heating [...]