Wholesale vs. Retail Electricity Costs
If you follow energy markets, you may have seen references to “wholesale” or “retail” electricity prices. Although these terms sound technical, understanding them doesn’t require any special knowledge. In this blog, we’ll break down the
How to Reduce Energy While Working from Home
Because you don’t need to drive to the office every day, remote work saves gas. However, it can also raise your utility bills quite substantially. Spending more time in your house means spending more
How Much Energy Do Space Heaters Use?
Homeowners spend more on heating than lighting, refrigeration, and air conditioning. Unfortunately, much of this energy is wasted. Because furnaces can’t heat homes selectively, the only way to raise temperatures in one room is
How to Weatherize Your Home for Winter
Winter weather may be beautiful, but it can cause a lot of headaches if you’re not careful. Falling temperatures can damage roofs and pipes, send utility costs soaring, and even put your health at
What is the Ideal Boiler Pressure?
Boilers operate by circulating hot water through radiators installed around your home. Effective circulation requires balanced pressure. Too high or low and the system shuts down, which, depending on the time of year, can
