As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, more and more homeowners are considering the installation of an EV charger in their homes. With the convenience, cost savings, and environmental benefits it offers, having a dedicated EV charging station at home...
As the temperatures rise and fall throughout the year, homeowners are constantly seeking effective and efficient ways to maintain a comfortable living environment. In the pursuit of year-round comfort and energy savings, one solution that has gained significant...
With the growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), the need for electric vehicle charging stations has also increased significantly. As more and more individuals and businesses invest in EVs, the demand for reliable and efficient charging infrastructure has...
Did you know that many of your devices and appliances are using up electricity even when they are not in use? Read on to learn why this happens and how to minimize its impact. What is phantom energy? When we plug a device into an outlet, we put that device into...
Has your current tank water heater reached past its lifespan? Maybe you noticed the hydro bill has been climbing, or maybe water is just not heating like it used to. Whatever it is, you’ve reached the point where it’s time to research new water heaters, and you may...
Ever notice when you turn your baseboard heater on for the first time in winter, it emits a burning smell? This is generally because your heater has collected dust over the summer and that’s the smell of it all burning off. Dust particles are always floating in the...
When a light bulb dies do you ever ask yourself “Where do I dispose of this?” Looking at a lightbulb you can see it is composed of many recyclable materials: glass, metal etc, so do you put it in the recycling bin? Almost, but not quite! The best place to put an...
More homebuyers are starting to see the value in having an energy efficient home when they are looking to buy a new home. It has become a factor towards finding homes that are energy efficient and for those renovating homes to become less costly towards their monthly...
What are solar panels? Solar panels are a common thing we hear about but do we actually know what they are? Solar panels as we have been told are great for saving energy and being energy efficient. But are they really good at saving energy and are they really worth...