 Conserve Energy and Reduce Costs with Attic Ventilating Systems
An attic ventilating system can help lower excessive attic temperatures by sending cool air throughout the house. In fact, a ventilating system can provide the same level of comfort as an air conditioner at a much lower cost. In the winter months, attic ventilation can also help lower heating bills. There are several methods of attic ventilation that help conserve energy, including solar attic fans, electric powered attic fans and wind-powered turbine vents. Because solar fans and wind-powered vents are powered by mother nature, in the long run they save money. To learn more about attic ventilators, click on the photo.
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 Buy an Energy Efficient Air Conditioning Unit
Before you buy an air conditioning unit or system, you should know its energy efficiency ratio (EER). The EER measures the efficiency of the air conditioner; the less energy it takes to make the room cool, the better. If an air conditioner has an EER of 10 or more, it is considered to be very efficient. Remember that it is important to buy the smallest capacity unit or system that will meet your needs. To read more about selecting energy efficient air conditioners, click on the picture.
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Consider an Electric-powered Lawnmower
Gasoline-powered lawnmowers emit gases that contribute to pollution, smog and global warming, whereas electric mowers do not produce any exhaust. Electric mowers are also far less noisy and easier to start and stop. They are also relatively inexpensive; for lawns under half an acre, electric mower batteries only cost about $5 per mowing season. To learn more about the environmental advantages of electric lawn mowers, click on the photo.
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Clean Fans Regularly
Make sure every type of fan in your home is working properly and clean them every week to ensure that they are dust-free. Filters should be washed and replaced regularly. You should also make sure to change the direction of airflow on your ceiling fan for the summer months. In the summer, the fan should rotate in a counter clockwise direction, so that it draws air upward, cooling the room and ensuring constant airflow. In the winter, it should be the opposite; the fan should be spinning clockwise so that it pushes warm air toward the floor. For more information about how to properly clean your ceiling fans, click on the image.
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