Standby Generators

An Emerging Power Solution for Home Owners
The average American consumer experiences more than five power outages annually, but all too often homeowners wait until they suffer through a truly debilitating power outage before investing in adequate protection. The new generation of automatic standby generators on the market today may prove to be an affordable and [...]

Where is your Energy Going?

Cut Costs with an Energy-Efficient Water Heater
Water heating accounts for the second-largest consumption of energy after heating and air conditioning in most American households, eating up as much as 25 percent of a typical family’s annual energy budget. Installing a more efficient water heater can save your family money while simultaneously reducing your energy [...]

Tax Breaks for Cooling Costs

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, signed by President Obama on February 17, aims to stimulate the ailing economy via a variety of measures, including tax breaks. As part of this initiative, homeowners can receive tax breaks on purchases aimed at making their homes more energy- efficient.
Families spend an average of [...]