There’s no time of year when energy conservation tips for businesses are out of season. But in summer, especially, efforts to cut electricity consumption can be most beneficial to the bottom line. Because of the dependence on air conditioning in our hot Fresno summer climate, operating costs can soar during the hot months. While no single cost-cutting tactic will take a big piece out of those monthly bills, the cumulative effect of these energy conservation tips for businesses adds up over the course of the cooling season. Use the following suggestions to get started:
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Energy Conservation Tips Businesses Can Put to Use This Summer
Thursday, June 18th, 2015Improve Energy Efficiency in Your California Home with Professional Duct Maintenance
Tuesday, June 16th, 2015
The duct system is a branching network of tubes that convey cooled and heated airflow to the rooms of your home. The efficiency with which this vital function is performed plays heavily in your home’s efficiency and comfort. Consider the benefits of scheduling professional duct maintenance and make your Fresno home more efficient.
Maximize Energy Savings This Summer With Your Programmable Thermostat
Thursday, June 11th, 2015
Some energy efficiency home upgrades are really just changes in your habits, like setting back the thermostat when you’re asleep or away from home. But habit changes can be a hassle, which is why upgrading to a programmable thermostat is a smart move. It takes the hassle out of resetting your thermostat multiple times of day, making it much more likely that you’ll stick with it.
5 Air Conditioner Sounds You Don’t Want to Hear
Tuesday, June 9th, 2015
Any air conditioner sounds other than the soft whoosh of cool comfort flowing through the vents should draw your attention. They may not turn out to be mechanically significant, but noise that persists should be checked out by a qualified HVAC technician before it becomes more than a simple annoyance.
Protect Your A/C Unit From Theft This Summer
Thursday, June 4th, 2015
Protecting your A/C unit from theft also protects your comfort and your bank account. Air conditioner theft is a major problem that’s not going away. Theft of metal in the U.S. is a billion-dollar enterprise. Over 95 percent of scrap metal thefts are for copper, and the condenser coil and refrigerant lines in the vulnerable outdoor half of your central A/C contain a lot of it.
Great Benefits of Going Solar
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2015
Fresno’s abundant sunlight may not be what homeowners want during the summer, when passive solar heat gain makes staying cool a challenge. But you can put the sunlight to good use by transforming it into solar power. There are several benefits of going solar that every homeowner should consider.
How an Air Conditioner Works: 7 Parts You Need to Know
Thursday, May 28th, 2015Air conditioners are complex machines that manipulate refrigerant to cool your Fresno home. If one component of the air conditioner isn’t functioning correctly, it can affect other parts or the entire air conditioner. To enjoy maximum cooling efficiency this season, it helps to know how an air conditioner works so you may better identify problems and realize the importance of maintenance.
How to Weatherize Existing Windows and Boost Your Home’s Efficiency
Tuesday, May 26th, 2015
Insulated windows can offer a boost to your home’s efficiency, but for many homeowners, the cost and hassle of a window replacement simply isn’t worth it. The good news, though, is that you can weatherize existing windows to keep your efficiency high and your energy costs low.
Consider These Options for Home Ventilation
Thursday, May 21st, 2015
Things are starting to heat up in Fresno. Before you resort to blasting the air conditioner, consider three home ventilation options that help you stay cool for much less. A How-To Guide to Air Conditioner Maintenance for the Homeowner
Tuesday, May 19th, 2015
While you should schedule professional air conditioner maintenance yearly, you can complete plenty of tasks yourself without any training or access to special tools. Follow this how-to guide to keep your A/C in good shape between formal tune-ups.