Home Energy Efficiency Tips

Air infiltration is the exchange of conditioned air from inside the house to the outside and vice versa. Air leaks can cause problems such as occupant discomfort, poor indoor air quality and moisture issues. Air sealing is the most effective solution not only to mitigate these problems but also to reduce your energy use by…

“Energy Star reports that between 20 and 30 percent of all air that moves through a duct system is lost to leaks. They claim by sealing and insulating ducts, you could notice greater energy savings, better indoor air quality, and improved safety.” – EnergyStar What is Duct Sealing? Most duct systems are a mix of…

Possible Causes of Cold Floors in Your Home: The floor is above an unheated garage and improperly insulated. The floor is above an unfinished basement and improperly insulated. The floor is cantilevered outside the foundation footprint and improperly insulated. The floor is above an unheated crawlspace and improperly insulated. Cold Floor Solutions: Remove improperly installed…

September 10, 2022 Do you consider yourself environmentally conscious? Do you want to learn about products and ideas that will help you live in a more sustainable way? Come and mingle with the many vendors who do just that. Energy Geeks is proud to once again be part of this annual event while also promoting…

The Room Above the Garage is Cold If you own a home with a garage underneath you are probably no stranger to cold floors. Cold floors in rooms above garages is one of the most frequent complaints we hear. They are uncomfortable to the touch and rob the entire room of heat. Often these frigid…

A Quick Guide Part 1 Saving energy does not mean having to give up comfort or going without. Below are simple tips that will help you and your family save energy andmoney while living well. Part 1 in this series covers heating & cooling equipment. . Remember rebates and incentives may be available in your…