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…
Protecting Your Computer from Power Fluctuations
Where would we be without our tech gadgets? More and more, we find ourselves tethered to our phones, tablets, and devices. Gone are the days of the desktop-family computer and even the term “computer room;” we are fully connected from…
Small Changes Can Result in Big Electricity Savings
Most of us don’t think much about our electricity use from day to day until the bill comes. It doesn’t take a huge effort to reduce your electricity bill. Being mindful of energy use in your household not only makes…
3 Tips To Run Your Emergency Generator Safely
Generators should be a part of any family’s emergency plan no matter where you live. A tropical storm or a snowstorm could land your family in the dark in a matter of minutes. Don’t get caught in this predictable situation…