“Creating a green home is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint right where you live, while at the same time placing money right back into your pocket.” Our homes are responsible for approximately Read More
Category: Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency measures such as using CFL bulbs, air sealing, and monitoring energy usage among others have many benefits. Energy efficiency leads to a reduction in your carbon footprint and energy bills at the same time.
4 Tools in Energy Efficiency Kits That Also Keep You Warm
With the changing seasons, a lot of us find ourselves playing the temperature game with the thermostat. This constant battle not only wreaks havoc on the energy usage, but the bills as well. Keep things Read More
LED Ready T5 Fixture: What it is and How it Saves
When looking to increase building lighting efficiency, the LED ready T5 fixture should be considered at the top of the list. These energy and cost-efficient fixtures make replacement quick, and maintenance simple.
Tier 2 Advanced Power Strip for Advanced Savings
Taking energy efficiency to the next level in your home or business is as simple as plugging an outlet into the wall. The catch: it needs to be the right one. Standard power strips provide Read More
Choosing a Double or Single Ended T8 LED Tube
Knowing whether you’ll need a double ended T8 LED or a single ended T8 LED tube for your lighting project gets you on the right track to completing the ideal renovation.
Outdoor LED Flood Light vs. LED Spotlight
When doing an outdoor lighting project, there are so many options to choose from. Among all available lights, the most energy efficient are easily the ones with LED technology. Once you know LED is the way to go, you have to know what beam you need, how wide of a beam is necessary, and how to calculate the beam spread you’ll need. Let’s take a look at a few of the key differences between an LED flood light and the LED spotlight.
Replacing Fluorescents with T8 LED Light Bulbs to Power Up and Save
According to the US Energy Information Administration, lighting accounts for 10% of total energy consumption in commercial buildings. This includes schools, hospitals, warehouses, offices, and other industrial spaces. Limiting the amount of energy lost from Read More
Using A Tier 2 Power Strip for Advanced Savings
One of the simplest way to combat this phantom energy use is with a tier 2 power strip. These advanced devices are highly intuitive, and can be used in both residential and commercial environments.
Damp Rated LED Bulbs vs. Wet Rated LED Bulbs
Understanding the difference between damp rated LED bulbs and wet rated LED bulbs will allow you to remain safe when installing them in fixtures for your home or business.
Benefits of Q-Lon Door Seal Installation
The door of a home is where we let in and welcome family and friends. Unfortunately, it’s also where we let in air leaks, insects and moisture. Unlike loved ones, these can come into the Read More