How closely to you check your water bill?

Reading the comparison information regarding USAGE may be the surest way to look for bigger problems.

Are you taking shorter showers and still paying more?  We get accustomed to the prices of everything increasing, do you forgot to look how much water you are actually using and not just how much you are paying?

Increases in consumption can indicate a need to change habits, update appliances or serve as a warning for leaks in the household.

Put into practice the water saving tips we hear all the time (if you are not already doing so):

• Take shorter showers
• Don’t run the water while brushing your teeth
• Run only full loads of dishwasher or washing machine
• Reduce watering days for lawns etc to 1 or 2 days a week

If you don’t see enough change in consumption for the next billing cycle it may be a good idea to check  for leaks or consider…

Home Automation is a term used to describe the operating along of all house amenities and appliances. As an example, a centrally-controlled panel will have the capability to manage everything from heating, air conditioning, security systems, audio systems, video systems, lighting, room appliances, and residential theatre installations. The house activities are automatic by the event of special appliances like water heaters to scale back the time taken to boil water for bathing and automatic laundry machines to scale back labor of laundry garments. In developed countries, homes are wired for wattage, doorbell, TV outlets, and telephones. The various application includes when someone enters the area, the light activates. In advanced technology, the area will sense the presence of the person and who the person is.

 

Taking under consideration the day of the week, time of the day and alternative such factors it may also set apt lighting, temperature levels…

The recent issue of Money Magazine had a list of 10 ways to cut your cooling costs. Although it is not a complete list it contained some very good information. We have added additional thoughts that the article did not consider but will add to your comfort.

1. Clean The Condenser Make sure shrubs, plants and ground cover are at least a foot away from the unit outside. Wash down the unit with a hose but be sure not to force debris between the coil fins.
2. Replace Filters Replace the filter in your furnace at least twice a year. If you have pets or a lot of activity in your home it may be necessary to replace it much more often
3. Plant a Tree If you plant a larger tree on the West or South side of your home, the shade can reduce cooling costs.
4. Tighten Ductwork If your basement is…

We are in a drought here in California. A phrase I have been hearing my entire life, but I still take it seriously and try not to be wasteful.

I will be posting water saving tips as often as I can through the spring and summer months.

My water saving advice today is related specifically to sprinklers or watering systems and it is very simple.

Watch when your sprinklers or watering systems run to check for needed repairs or adjustments.

A few years back a neighbor told me about a broken sprinkler she happened to see because our sprinklers ran the same time she left for work everyday. We never happened to see it. Since then I try to check things out twice a year and it paid off this year. We ran a check on the watering system in the backyard recently and discovered a leak that could have gone undetected for a very long time.

As you can see in the pictures there was no obvious…

FRESHeTECH Splash Shower Tunes Speaker

• Play music and other audio via high powered built-in speaker
• Connects with almost all Bluetooth enabled devices
• Run time up to 15 hours
• Answer calls and hold conversations
• Forward and Back controls allow easy song navigation
• Automatic Bluetooth pairing, no downloadable applications or services

Enjoy your favorite music AND answer phone calls while you’re in the shower, the pool, or the jacuzzi while your phone stays at a safe distance away from the water with this Splash Shower Tunes Speaker! The FRESHeTECH SSTBlack Splash Shower Tunes Speaker is a rotund Bluetooth speakerphone-music-speaker device that boasts easy-to-use button controls for simple music control or call answering. The speaker is water-resistant and designed for in-shower wall-mounting with the included suction cup so you don’t have to blast your music so loud that the entire household hears it. This suction cup sticks to almost any flat, non-textured…

Good housekeeping starts with taking a good care of your home. A regular maintenance is necessary to keep your home in good condition. You must have invested a lot of money on buying the most effective heating and cooling equipment for your home. But what if they break down on regular basis and do not perform well? By keeping a check on heating and cooling equipment, you not only increase the life span of the home appliances but also save on your energy bill. Remember, little chore could help you to save money on major repair in the near future.

Another beautiful spring in Northern Nevada.

The weather is beautiful, the days are longer and buyers are on the prowl, so now is the time to make your preparations for the busy summer selling season. Buyers aren’t just looking for new paint in more competitive markets, but also upgrades that distinguish your house from every other house on the block. These upgrades will coincidentally give you the best ROI as well. But don’t take my word for it, REALTOR magazine has compiled the best upgrades to invest in:

1. Replace windows

If home owners’ houses felt drafty this past winter and they have single-pane windows, there’s a good chance those were one of the culprits. But replacing them all can be costly — $400 to $500 per window, plus $100 to $150 for installation, according to home improvement expert Tom Kraeutler of The Money Pit. Whether that’s the place to spend…

Your drapes, fabrics and paint colors were all chosen with care to suit your home and tastes. Your heating and cooling system should be just the same. That’s why we offer our innovative products in four configurations. One is sure to meet your needs perfectly.

Split systems

A split system simply means your solution has products that reside both inside and outside your home. In many cases, a split system consists of:

• Furnace―provides heating and the fan used year round to circulate air

• Evaporator coil―the indoor component of your outdoor cooling unit

• Air conditioner or heat pump―works in tandem with the evaporator coil

• Ducts―carry the conditioned air throughout your home

• Control or thermostat―your interface for controlling your system

• Optional air quality accessories―clean, humidify, and freshen air before it circulates throughout your home

Some split systems consist only of an outdoor unit―such as a heat pump or air conditioner―and an inside…

Summer is just around and that means nice warm weather and hot sunny days. It also means air conditioning….and high summer electric bills. Here are 5 tips to help you lower your summer utility bill.