Despite a couple above-average days, cooler temperatures this winter have made us long for spring! Punxsutawney Phil gave us good Groundhog Day news today, and an early spring will be a welcome relief. Until then, as the thermometer dips back down into the 50s, you can start planning for your A/C’s warmer-weather duties while keeping…
January can be a tough time financially for many people, and not just because the Christmas shopping credit card bills are starting to arrive in the mail. Many financial obligations hit the new year reset button (and some increase)—health insurance deductibles, school tuition, assorted taxes. And changes in weather can increase energy usage, adding a…
Photo courtesy of Bryant In our climate, we tend to know more about our air conditioning (especially when it’s not working) than about our heating systems. How well do you know your heat pump? It it giving you its best, or just giving enough warmth to get by? Here’s what to watch for and when…
Smart homes used to be showcases for tech companies, but not something the average homeowner could hope to have. But with wifi-enabled light bulbs and an array of smartphone apps, everything from your garage door, deadbolt, webcam, lighting, and music system can be affordably integrated and managed whether you’re at home or on the road….
How often do you think about your thermostat? If it’s only when you feel hot or cold, then it’s time to cozy up to your thermostat and learn what it’s capable of—or if it’s time to trade it in for a newer model! In many apartments, condos, and economical or older construction, you likely find…
