Energy Efficiency Blog

Essential Guide to Home Energy Audit for Cost Savings and Efficiency

Lower your energy bills and boost efficiency with a home energy audit. Learn how to identify energy waste and make smart upgrades.

March 2025

3 min

Home Energy Assistance: Benefits and Financial Support

Recipients of HEAP benefits receive a one-time direct payment to their electricity company or utility provider, alleviating the pressure from energy bills on your budget.

February 2025

4 minutes

How to Reduce Energy Bill: Practical Tips to Reduce Power Bills and Save Money

As the cost of living continues to increase year over year, everyone is naturally on the hunt for more ways to save. For many this means looking for strategies to reduce energy bills and improve energy efficiency.

January 2025

6 minutes

How to Reduce Electric Bill During Winter: 10 Energy Saving Tips

To stretch your budget as far as possible this year, it’s important to reduce your electric bill in winter however you can. To help, we’ve compiled a list of 10 tips to help you conserve energy throughout the coldest months and reduce electric bills during winter.

January 2025

7 minutes

High EV Charging Prices at Public Charging Stations

Discover the truth behind high EV charging prices at public charging networks.

July 2024

8 minutes

Energy Efficient Windows Dallas: Enhance Your Home's Comfort and Save Money

Discover the benefits of energy-efficient windows for Dallas homes, including reduced energy bills and enhanced comfort.

June 2024

4 minutes

How to Report a Power Outage In Your Area

Ever found yourself in a sudden blackout? Here's how you can report a power outage quickly and effectively.

April 2024

4 minutes

Recommended Thermostat Settings for Summer and Winter

Discover the best thermostat settings for summer and winter to save on energy and lessen costs.

February 2024

4 minutes

The Hottest Temperatures Recorded in Texas

The Lone Star State is no stranger to heat, but these record temps will have you sweating in your boots.

February 2024

4 minutes

Harnessing Energy Efficiency in Texas

Learn the major factors that can make or break your home's energy efficiency.

June 2023

5 minutes

Dallas, Texas: Ultimate Guide to Energy Efficiency and Windows

Explore how the climate and various factors impact energy usage and efficiency in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including insights into energy-efficient windows.

June 2023

4 minutes

Does Dimming Lights Save Energy?

Find out how and why dimming lights can save you money and be more energy efficient.

July 2023

4 minutes

Energy Efficient Windows in Houston: A Comprehensive Guide

Learn how Houston's climate and other factors impact the energy efficiency of your home or business & discover the benefits of energy efficient windows.

June 2023

4 minutes

When is the best time to do laundry?

Learn how you can save energy and be more efficient on laundry day.

July 2023

4 minutes

How does Daylight Savings Time Save Energy?

Learn how daylight savings time affects energy usage around the world.

July 2023

3 minutes

Unlock Savings With These Energy Saving Devices!

These energy saving gadgets will cut your electric bill

March 2023

6 minutes

Does Closing Vents in Unused Rooms Help Save Energy?

Find out why closing air vents might not be the energy-saving solution you thought.

March 2024

3 minutes

How Efficient is Nuclear Energy?

Learn how nuclear energy stacks up to other renewable and non-renewable types of energy generation.

March 2023

5 minutes

How to Size a Water Heater

Everything you need to know to properly size a tank or tankless water heater for your home.

June 2023

5 minutes

Average Energy Consumption per Household [2024 U.S Study]

Learn about climate and other factors that determine home energy usage.

April 2024

4 minutes

How to Calculate Heating Efficiency and Fuel Costs

Learn how to calculate heating efficiency for your non-electric heating systems.

March 2023

3 minutes

Energy Efficient Appliance Shopping Guide

The most energy-efficient appliances to help you save on electric bills and be more eco-friendly.

March 2023

6 minutes

The 6 Best Energy Efficiency Dishwashers

Find the perfect energy-efficient dishwasher for your eco-friendly home.

March 2023

4 minutes

The 6 Best Energy-Efficient Ranges for Your Home

Find the right induction, electric, or gas range for your eco-friendly home.

July 2023

4 minutes

What is SEER? Everything You Should Know About AC Efficiency Ratings

Learn what SEER and EER ratings are and how you can find your AC unit's rating.

July 2023

4 minutes

How to Calculate Energy Efficiency

A deep dive into energy efficiency for your home. Learn how to calculate energy efficiency and common acronyms for appliances.

March 2023

3 minutes

The 9 Best Energy Efficient Refrigerators

Energy-efficient refrigerators that will reduce your electric bill.

March 2023

6 minutes

Average Electricity Bills in Every State [Ranks for All States + DC]

Which states pay the most for electricity and which states are best for energy bill savings?

February 2024

3 minutes

The 9 Best Energy Efficient Dryers [Gas & Electric]

See our top picks for the most energy-efficient gas and electric dryers.

March 2023

4 minutes

Home Energy Tax Credits in the Inflation Reduction Act

Learn how programs to use the Inflation Reduction Act to get tax credits on energy efficiency upgrades

June 2023

5 minutes

New Home Energy Efficiency Checklist - 10 Things That Will Save You Thousands

Energy Efficiency checklist that will save you thousands on utility bills.

June 2023

4 minutes

The 9 Best Energy Efficient Washers

Save money with these energy-efficient washing machines.

June 2023

7 minutes

Best Energy Efficient Window Air Conditioners [Summer Buyers Guide]

A collection of the best energy-efficient window units available.

June 2023

8 minutes

Best Mini Split ACs - What to Know Before You Buy

Here's what you should know before buying a ductless mini split air conditioning system.

June 2023

5 minutes

Best Energy Efficient Air Conditioners HVAC [Central AC Buyers Guide]

Buying a Central Air Conditioner is complicated. Here's what you need to know before buying.

March 2025

6 minutes

Best Pool Pumps [Energy-efficient Pumps to Lower Your Electric Bill]

Find the most reliable energy-efficient pool pump for your pool.

June 2023

6 minutes

The Best RV Generators for 2025

Our picks to power your RV on your next big trip.

January 2025

6 minutes

The Best Small Generators for Camping

We reviewed dozens of small camping generators to find the best options to power your campsite.

March 2023

3 minutes

Top 5 Small Generators for Easy Travel or Storage

These compact generators make it easy to camp comfortably in your RV or trailer with all the power you need.

July 2023

4 minutes

The Quietest Generators for 2025

We reviewed dozens of the most popular generators to find the quietest generators on the market.

January 2025

3 minutes

How to Connect a Generator to Your Home

Everything you need to know to connect a portable generator to your home. 

April 2024

3 minutes

Best Home Backup Generators for 2025

We reviewed over 100 generators to find the best home backup system for 2025.

January 2025

9 minutes

Best Energy Efficient Electric Space Heaters

Find the best indoor or outdoor electric heater

June 2023

4 minutes

The 7 Best Electric Lighters for 2025

The Best Electric Lighters for 2025

January 2025

6 minutes

How Many Watts Does a Microwave Use?

Learn how to estimate your microwaves energy consumption.

July 2023

3 minutes

Hotel Energy Consumption & Conservation Methods

Learn about Hotel utility expenses and how to reduce them with cost-efficient energy conservation methods.

June 2023

3 minutes

What Temperature Should I Set My Thermostat To In Winter?

Your thermostat settings can have a huge impact on your utility bills. Learn what settings can save you the most.

July 2023

6 minutes

How Many Watts in a Kilowatt? - Easy Watts to Kilowatt Conversion

Learn what a kilowatt is and how energy companies use kilowatt-hours to measure your energy usage.

June 2023

2 minutes

How Many Watts Does a Refrigerator Use? [Or Mini-Fridge]

No kitchen is complete without a refrigerator. But your fridge maybe adding a hefty charge to your energy bill?

July 2023

5 minutes

101 Ways to Save Electricity

From turning off lights to checking for air leaks, there are many ways to save electricity — and money.

June 2023

6 minutes

What Uses the Most Electricity: 7 Common Energy Hogs Raising Your Bill

These 7 common items are running up your electric bill without you even noticing. Here are a few tips on how you can identify what's raising your energy bill.

June 2023

5 minutes

How Smart Devices Can Reduce Energy Bills

See which smart devices such as smart thermostats and tankless water heaters can reduce your energy bills.

June 2023

7 minutes

5 Tips To Understand Your Business’s Electricity Consumption

Learn how to better manage your businesses' energy consumption to lower your electric bills.

June 2023

4 minutes