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Energy Efficiency

Cutting Useless Energy Use

By |2011-10-03T16:56:14-07:00October 3rd, 2011|CTA Consultation|

Practically anything you leave plugged in uses energy even when it isn’t on. Some devices that bring up digital displays when they’re turned off draw in more energy than when they are on! So, how can you stop this useless use of energy that gets added to your utility bill without breaking your back by unplugging every single plug?

Hot Weather Air Conditioning Efficiency

By |2011-05-11T14:56:36-07:00May 11th, 2011|CTA Consultation|

Our temperatures have already been in the upper 90's in the Brazos Valley. Make sure that your AC is running well. We recommend these three steps:1. Change your air filters every month. 2. Have your AC equipment checked and serviced in the spring. 3. Check your ducts for leaks. This is a huge source of energy loss in most homes. Unfortunately this is not part of most new home inspections.

And, of course, if you are building a custom home or remodeling an existing home, there is a great deal that you can do to insure efficiency.

Home Air Leaks

By |2011-02-01T16:41:40-08:00February 1st, 2011|CTA Consultation|

With a remodeling job, Stearns Design Build will give you a free energy audit. This cold windy weather is a great time to find and repair air leaks in your home.  It turns out that air sealing your home is just as important as insulation in maintaining comfort and reducing utility bills. Run

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