Conservation Mart, Author at Energy & Water Conservation Blog

Simple Way to Weatherize: V Seal Weatherstrip Reduces Drafts in Winter

Posted on 09/18/201110/19/2023 by Conservation Mart

Pick a window in your house. When you place your hand next to it, do you feel a draft coming in? If you do, you are facing an insulation problem. Windows that are not properly Read More

Spray Foam Insulation: An Economical Way to Insulate Your Basement

Posted on 09/09/201106/08/2023 by Conservation Mart

As we approach winter, are you among the homeowners who are thinking of how to limit the number of indoor drafts that are common during cold weather months? Reducing the amount of cold air coming Read More

Weatherproofing Doors Makes for a More Comfy Home and Wallet

Posted on 08/31/201101/29/2024 by Conservation Mart

Trying to heat the whole neighborhood? Doors by their definition are meant to be opened … and closed. When in use, it is the single largest hole in your home insulation. So make sure when Read More

Water Saving Aerators: A Mindless way to Save Money!

Posted on 07/29/201106/08/2023 by Conservation Mart

The bathroom faucet is the area in the bathroom where the least amount of water is used. However, standard faucet aerators can also be a significant source of water waste. The average bathroom faucet tap Read More

How to Weatherproof Your Electrical Outlets

Posted on 07/19/201106/03/2023 by Conservation Mart

There are many places where energy may be escaping the home: the basement, attic, and garage to name a few. Electrical outlets and wall switches are sources for air leaks that are very often overlooked, Read More

Choosing the Perfect Light Color and Light Brightness

Posted on 03/29/201110/15/2023 by Conservation Mart

Compact fluorescent light bulbs are produced to conserve energy, unlike their incandescent counterparts. For example, a 13-watt CFL is manufactured to replace a 60-watt incandescent, using only 22% of the power that the incandescent needs. Read More

Measuring Shower Water Usage Helps Save Water

Posted on 03/18/201106/04/2023 by Conservation Mart

How many times a day is the shower run at your home? How long is each shower? A shower can be a great way to unwind after a long day of work or school. It Read More

How Shower GPM Impacts Your Home

Posted on 03/07/201102/02/2024 by Conservation Mart

Do you know how old your home and its plumbing fixtures are? The standard shower head in a home built before 1992 uses approximately five shower gallons per minute. For a family of four taking Read More

Electrical Outlet Insulation for Quick Energy Savings

Posted on 12/22/201001/29/2024 by Conservation Mart

During winter, can you feel cold air coming in through electrical outlets located on exterior walls? More often than not, outlets and wall switches are left out when insulating a home. This contributes to both Read More

Saying Goodbye to the Fireplace Draft with the help of a Chimney Balloon

Posted on 10/25/201006/04/2023 by Conservation Mart

For many, ushering in winter is financially stressful because of the increase in the energy bill, as the thermostat is being constantly manipulated to maintain a comfortable temperature during the colder months. When weatherproofing, people Read More

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