8 Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Texas Summer
Prepare your home for summer and for a lower energy bill by completing 2 or 3 of these tips. Even better, follow all 8 tips for the most efficiency! As you may know, your HVAC system is the number one consumer of energy in your home and accounts for up to 58% of your energy Read more...
CPS Energy’s “Energy Guard” Program
Want to control your home’s energy consumption from your computer or smart phone? Enroll in CPS Energy’s “Energy Guard” program!
Fall Home Maintenance Tips
Fall Home Maintenance Tips: Air Filters: Replace your furnace air filter and pick up a few more so you can replace the filter every month with a fresh one to keep your system running efficiently. Clean & Inspect Gutters: be sure to clear your roof gutters of any debris. Roof Inspection: Have your roof inspected Read more...
Simple Energy Saving Tips While Away
Before you left your house this morning did you?… 1. Close all of your blinds 2. Turn off all ceiling fans 3. Set your thermostat to 82 degrees Of course, these tips are only effective if you’re going to be gone all day and no one is home. But follow these tips and you can Read more...
HVAC Ducts: A Simple Tip to Save Energy
It’s getting cooler in San Antonio but that doesn’t mean you’re not still using your air conditioning! Here’s a quick tip: Close doors and HVAC duct vents to rooms that are not used often. This will push the majority of cool air to only the rooms you are using, which keeps everyone cool and happy Read more...
Building a New Home? HVAC System Discussion Points
Be sure to ask your builder these important points as they are working on your HVAC system… As with the heating system, it’s important to discuss ductwork sealing and location — as well as the efficiency of the air-conditioning system — with the builder when a home is being built. Do this before construction begins Read more...
Heating System 12 Point Safety Check
Get both your AC Tuned Up and your 12 point Heating System Safety Check for $49.95 1. Thermostat check 2. Check for gas leaks at furnace 3. Confirm furnace is properly installed 4. Oil blower motor bearings (if needed) 5. Inspect indoor cooling coil 6. Inspect air ducts 7. Check pilot light and thermocouple (if Read more...
AC ENERGY SAVING TIP: Replacing your inefficient AC unit
Did you know that if your air conditioner has a SEER rating of 8 or less that replacing it with a more energy efficient system will allow you to recoup the cost of the new unit in just a few years!
DIY Attic Insulation & CPS Rebate!
Save on energy costs… DIY insulation for your attic! Get a rebate from CPS Energy while your at it! http://www.cpsenergy.com/Residential/Rebates/Attic_Insulation_DIY/index.asp
How insulated is your attic? AC ENERGY SAVING TIP #012
Having a properly insulated attic can reduce the cost of energy bills. It’s all about keeping the cool air from your air conditioner IN and the stifling heat of San Antonio OUT! If your home was not built with energy saving in mind, then you can reduce your energy bills by adding more insulation to Read more...