Wondering what uses the most electricity in your home? From kitchen appliances to essential electronics, there are energy hogs at every corner of a home. Sure, your refrigerator and AC unit are culpable for higher electric bills, but we’re going…
How to Lower Your Electric Bill This Holiday Season
It’s that time of year again. A time when electricity consumption spikes and surprise bills make checking the mailbox a nail-biting scene. Every penny saved this holiday season is a reason to celebrate, and if you’re wondering how to lower…
How to Prepare Your Home for the Holidays
So, you’re hosting family and friends this season—how can you prepare your home for the holidays so everything goes to plan? From cooking to entertaining, a lot goes in to every event you host during the holidays. Here a few…
Light Bulbs Keep Burning Out? Here’s Why
So, your light bulbs keep burning out—what’s the deal? The lifespan of a CFL bulb typically ranges anywhere between 6,000 to 15,000 hours, while a standard incandescent bulb has a general lifespan of 750 to 2,000 hours. With that in…
4 Signs You Should Replace Your Generator
There’s no denying a home generator is a sound investment for any homeowner. Whether a summer storm or winter whiteout, your generator keeps a constant supply of power flowing to your home when the electricity goes out. And depending on…
How to Lower Your Electric Bill This Summer
It’s only June, but the dog days of summer will be barking at your door in a matter of weeks. And they don’t just bring the heat, they bring a hefty energy bill. If you’re wondering how to lower your…
What are Energy Star Appliances?
You’re no doubt familiar with the Energy Star seal. You’ve seen it on washers, dishwashers, refrigerators, and air conditioning units in-store, at home, and the homes of family and friends. But what does it really mean? And more pressing, how…
Cutting Down on Winter Energy Use
As energy prices continue to soar, it has become more important than ever to learn and practice good energy use habits to lower the bill during the cold winter months when the heat is running. Years ago, saving energy simply…
Huge Energy Bills: The Holiday Surprise No One Wants
The holidays can be an expensive time of year. Many of the expenses incurred during this time of year are not unexpected as we plan for gifts, entertaining, and travel. You know that buying gifts and preparing a holiday meal…
Should You Get a Standby Generator For Your Home Or Business?
For those living and working in the Northeast, storm related power outages have become all too familiar. After Hurricane Sandy put roughly two thirds of New Jersey out of power, with a total of 8.5 million utility customers out for…