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 your home.  Older homes usually have less insulation than newer homes, but many times adding insulation to a newer home can also provide proper... Read More

Save Money on Air Conditioning: Cowboys AC ENERGY SAVING TIP #011

With this HEATWAVE we are experiencing every little bit helps… An unventilated attic can reach up to 150 degrees in the heat of summer, up to 50 degrees hotter than it should be.  An overheated attic can bake the overheated shingles on the roof from the inside out, causing the shingles to deteriorate, also making your air conditioner work harder than it needs to.  This means higher utility bills to keep your house cool and you comfortable. This... Read More

Central Air Conditioning: Achieving Energy Efficiency

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning or HVAC is a common solution for home and commercial indoor climate control. Depending on the season, an HVAC system allows warm or cool air to be distributed throughout an interior space by a series of ducts. However, there is a price to pay for that comfort. Almost half of the average American’s energy bill is dedicated to heating and cooling their home. With proper maintenance and equipment, the HVAC... Read More