Now that summer has begun, vacations and planning are in full swing. A common practice that people tend to forget about is what to do with their home appliances before leaving for their destination. Simply forgetting to tune your thermostat or other appliances before that 14-day vacation can result in a hefty home energy bill. …
Pennsylvania Homeowners Guide to Spring Maintenance
Now that winter is at its end, you can retire your home winterization efforts and turn your attention towards maintenance for the Spring season. As spring approaches, many people focus on cleaning their homes for the nicer weather but may miss tasks like checking their HVAC systems. To help keep your home sneeze-free from allergies, …
Effective Ways to Lower Your Home Energy Bill
What Uses the Most Energy in Your Home? Understanding what’s really driving your energy costs is the first step toward lowering your monthly bill. In this guide, we’ll break down each major contributor and share simple and advanced strategies to help you save. Heating and Cooling: 51% Heating and cooling make up the largest portion …
The Pennsylvania Homeowners Step by Step Guide to Winterizing Your Home
Pennsylvania winters can be unpredictable—and brutal. From below-freezing temperatures to snow and ice storms, the cold season can take a serious toll on your home if you’re not ready. We Created this Fall-to-Winter Prep Guide to Help You: Since Pennsylvania ranks 19th among U.S. states for the coldest winter temperatures, homeowners here need to prepare …
What to Do About Bad Air Conditioner Smell
It happens every Spring as soon as the weather is warm enough. Homeowners turn on their central air system and there’s a smell. Whether it’s a chemical smell, a burning smell, or even a rotten smell, it’s canceling out the comfort of your system and it could be a sign of a minor nuisance or …
