How to Read Your Meter
Understanding how to read your meter is an essential skill for any homeowner concerned about energy prices and energy consumption. Utility companies generally read your meter every 30-60 days. This means that some months
DIY Energy Hacks: How to Produce Your Own Energy at Home
The average American household consumes roughly 900-kilowatt hours of electricity every month. Most homeowners assume their local electric company is the only available power source, but there are other options. In fact, with the
How Long Does a Water Heater Last?
Water heaters are one of the hardest working appliances in your home. Even when you’re not running your kitchen faucet or taking a shower, they’re busy preparing hot water. But all this effort takes a
What Does a Gas Leak Smell Like? What Do I Do Next?
Natural gas is one of the cleanest ways to power your home. It heats your water. It warms your stove. And it dries your clothes. Unlike carbon monoxide, however, there’s no device capable of detecting
What is a Capacity Charge?
Capacity charges are the second biggest energy cost for most consumers, yet many don’t understand why they pay them or how to lower them. To begin with, it’s important to realize the power grid
