When winter sets in things are going to feel different around your home even if you have a central air and heating system. If you live in a multi-level home one thing that you may notice is that it feels colder downstairs than it does upstairs. Why is that? It’s not your imagination or your mind playing tricks on you. In the winter (and in the summer) the temperature can…
Winter is coming, and we’re not talking about a plotline from Game of Thrones. As the heater begins to hum away, you may be concerned about your next utility bill. One of the best things you can do to keep the electricity and natural gas bills from getting too high is to winterize your home. You may have heard this term before. Winterizing means that you are sealing your home…
As the weather finally starts to cool off, your air conditioner will get a much-needed break. Instead of blasting cool air around the house, it’s time to start snuggling up next to a warm fireplace. While this is cozy and more cost-effective than turning up the heater, using the fireplace requires precaution. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) estimated that in 2014 alone there were 22,500 residential fires caused…
As the fall season approaches, it becomes painfully clear that the lazy days floating in the pool are limited. Or are they? A pool heater can turn your swimming pool into a year-round source of aquatic entertainment instead of a winter eyesore that requires extra maintenance with no benefit. If you’ve decided to invest in a pool heater, the real question is which type of pool heater you’re going to…
Are you considering a community solar program? Wondering what a community solar program is? With a community solar program, you don’t need a solar panel system of your own. Think of community solar programs like a co-op with shared renewable resources. Instead of small solar panel systems at a number of properties, a large solar farm generates electricity for the entire group to share. It’s a fantastic option for most…
How Many Watts Does a TV Use When It’s Off? Now that people are staying home during the pandemic, some devices and appliances are getting used a lot more than normal. The stats from streaming services confirm TVs are getting a lot of use as people hunker down at home instead of going out. As you sit in front of the television, you may be wondering how much the endless…
The Big Demand for Small Business Green Electricity Plans For some time there’s been a lot of talk about big corporations going green and becoming carbon neutral. But what about the 30.2 million small businesses in America? Many small business owners are interested in offsetting their impact as much as possible too, and the interest is growing. Back in 2012, an Office Depot survey found that 61% of small businesses…
Green energy from renewable resources is more abundant and reliable than ever. But should you switch to renewable energy? Is it even possible to switch from standard electricity service to green energy? For many Americans, powering a home or business with green energy is possible. Here’s what you need to know to make the switch to a renewable energy plan. Learn About Renewable Energy Generation Before signing up for a…
Even during times of crisis, energy has to keep on flowing to hospitals, businesses, and homes across the country. Verde Energy is bringing normalcy to this unique time with energy that keeps you connected, informed and entertained. Host a Netflix movie streaming party, Facetime with your grandma, catch up on house chores and then relax while you watch the local news on TV. The energy that you count on…
As more research pours in about the state of climate change, people across the country are looking for any and all ways to conserve energy in an effort to protect the environment. We take care to turn the lights out when we leave the room, take shorter showers and invest in smart home devices that automatically save energy. But there’s one thing you may have missed. Your utility bill can…
