http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/energy-savings-blog.html The Energy Savings Blog keeps you up to speed on energy efficiency and water conservation at home, providing updated tips and techniques. Become a guest contributor and be part of our blog today. en-us energy savings Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:59:05 GMT Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:59:05 GMT lower-my-energybill.com http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/free-energy-advice.html Energy costs are on the rise, and finding ways to save money is the number one priority for many household budgets. By taking some simple steps toward Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:59:03 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/save-money-and-water-with-new-lawn-product.html New Sprinkler Buddy custom fits lawn sprinkler rotors & spray heads. Keeps sprinkler heads visible and helps prevent accidental damage during routine lawn Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:16:07 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-water-with-the-air-conditioner.html When I run my air conditioner at home, I drain the condensation into a 25 gallon wet dry vacuum and I take the water outside in my empty plastic cat litter Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:11:23 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/gas-water-heater-timer.html There is a gas water heater timer on the market which does not require a valve to be added to the gas line. The Gas Water Heater Timer simply automates Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:06:15 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/air-conditioning-energy-saving-tips.html Did you know that setting your air conditioner only 5 percent higher can save up to 20 percent on cooling costs? You may not want to completely turn the Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:05:19 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/georgia-natural-gas-providers-gouge-customers1.html It has been my experience companies such as Scana Energy gouge their consumers by allowing the customer only to have a lower unit rate if you rant, rave Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:03:52 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/scana-energy-is-full-of-scams-and-scams.html My service was disconnected after paying the past due amount, they came to reconnect my service. Three days later, Atlanta Gas Light was in front of my Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:53:48 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/do-light-bulbs-affect-your-air-conditioning.html Conventional light bulbs (also called incandescent bulbs) may actually make your air conditioning work just a little harder. Only 10 percent of the energy Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:48:32 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/energy-efficiency-the-musical.html Is there a better way to spread the word about the benefits of energy efficiency than singing? We think not! Feel free to view and share this entertaining Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:33:32 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/why-the-apathy-about-pollution.html I have been in the construction business my entire working career. Last year I started a subsidiary company dedicated to practicing zero emissions lawn Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:24:20 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/epas-battle-of-the-buildings-puts-a-smack-down-on-energy-waste.html Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR program marked the midpoint of its 2011 National Building Competition: Battle of the Sat, 20 Aug 2011 17:41:03 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/keep-the-heat-out-in-the-summer.html If you live in Florida and have a trap door to the attic in your house you will find that it is generating over 110 degrees into your living space. Two Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:29:14 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/take-action-with-energy-stars-across-america.html Today, the EPA is introducing ENERGY STARs Across America – a grassroots effort to help families learn about energy saving actions they can take at home Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:07:44 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/georgia-natural-gas-and-slow-connection-of-service.html k, for starters here’s the fine print: I was late on my natural gas bill and my service was disconnected, so for my part, I'm responsible for this inconvenience. Sat, 05 Mar 2011 15:48:44 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/top-10-reasons-to-buy-solar-window-screens.html Top Ten Reasons To Buy Solar Shades 1. Solar Screens do not make you home darker, now you can leave your blinds open all day instead of closed like they Thu, 17 Feb 2011 15:45:53 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/energy-savings-and-sun-protection.html Your home is where you should feel most comfortable. Yet heat, cold and glare can make your favorite room the last place you want to be. Films can reduce Wed, 16 Feb 2011 23:49:46 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/green-living-in-a-can.html With all the talk of “Living Green”, it is often easy to ignore the obvious. And in the case of saving energy, changing bulbs can really make a difference. Fri, 04 Feb 2011 15:17:12 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/helpful-energy-saving-ideas.html Here are some of my thoughts on saving energy at home. Turn off the air conditioning, dampen yourself down with water and turn on a regular fan. As the Fri, 04 Feb 2011 15:13:10 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/energy-savings-in-sc-dont-ask-dont-tell.html I AM A REBEL...Which in South Carolina, is a meaningful term. I am an energy savings freak not to be spoken to and possibly communist. I am not exaggerating Sat, 08 Jan 2011 00:48:55 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/attic-fan-point-source-wtr-heater-solar-furnace-oh-my.html Remodeling a home - is a given not an option so why not be smart and remodel with savings AND environmental sustainable in mind? I read an article that Sat, 08 Jan 2011 00:41:13 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/question-re-our-solar-water-heaing-system.html We have a 12-year-old roof panel solar water heating system, heating our floor with pex tubing, (also passive solar southern windows), in North Carolina Sat, 18 Dec 2010 00:39:54 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/radiant-barriers-in-warm-and-sunny-climates.html This site fails to mention the energy saving qualities of Radiant Barriers. The homes that will get the most out of them are those in warmer climates Fri, 03 Dec 2010 18:12:53 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/scana-energy-disconnected-our-natural-gas-after-payment.html My husband and I have used Scana as our Georgia natural gas provider for over 3 years. We have always paid our monthly bill in full and in most cases prior Sun, 21 Nov 2010 15:41:20 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/georgia-natural-gas-providers-and-rates-landlord-suggested-provider.html I live in Midtown Atlanta in a home built in about 1905 and for many years my natural gas provider is Scana Energy. I have been relatively satisfied with Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:42:32 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/georgia-natural-gas-providers-and-rates-scana-billing-complaint.html I used to be a Georgia natural gas customer of Scana regulated. I was then offered to change to Scana energy and I did. I paid my bill on line but I unfortunately Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:29:13 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-new-ways-to-create-more-efficient-solar-panels.html My name is Shannon Combs and currently I write for the energy saving residential solar panels weblog. The blog in many respects serves to assist energy Fri, 04 Jun 2010 16:04:39 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/water-heater-maintenance.html Water heater maintenance is important. All electric, gas and solar powered hot water tanks require maintenance to maximize performance and efficiency. Inspect the anode rod and drain the tank. Thu, 03 Jun 2010 19:52:24 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-its-the-economy-stupid.html It's easy to understand why conservation is quickly becoming the new wave given the country's current economic situation. It is becoming more and more Fri, 14 May 2010 16:05:02 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-solar-efficiency-and-comfort.html Solar hot water systems can also be used for supplemental or back up heating 4 month out of the year. With the use of Exquisite Heat control the return Fri, 14 May 2010 16:03:36 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-my-detailed-local-and-global-view-point.html I wouldn’t say that I’m passionate about saving energy and water, but I do see it as a moral and ethical responsibility in addition to an opportunity to Fri, 14 May 2010 16:02:51 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-all-the-little-things-really-count.html As Americans we are creatures of comfort. That includes me and my family. But unless we all make some real changes about how we use energy and water, Fri, 14 May 2010 16:01:03 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-my-evolution-into-an-environmentalist.html I was not always an environmentally concerned citizen, it happened over time. I think the very first time I realized that I needed to save energy and water Fri, 14 May 2010 16:00:05 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-for-me-its-savings-not-conservation.html As of late saving energy and water at home has become a popular topic of conversation. There are several different reasons for this and each person has Fri, 14 May 2010 15:58:31 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-important-in-india-as-well.html I am not a U.S citizen but I consider myself an environmentally concerned citizen. I am always concerned if my parents or my sister is conserving water Fri, 14 May 2010 15:57:48 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-educating-the-young-is-key.html Growing up my generation was never truly educated about saving energy or water or even recycling, the only use I had for cans and bottles was bringing Fri, 14 May 2010 15:56:51 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-forget-annoying-celebrities-save-because-you-have-to.html I do consider myself to be environmentally concerned most of the times, however at times I am wasteful, and times I conserve only because of the costs. Fri, 14 May 2010 15:55:50 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-green-movement-is-an-obstacle-to-saving.html I agree that saving energy and water is important. But I reject the notion to reduce, reuse and recycle for the sake of the planet. The green movement Fri, 14 May 2010 15:54:52 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/saving-energy-the-environment-is-our-motivation.html My family and I are definitely more concerned about the environment and as a result the planet is our motivation to save energy and water. We are nowhere Fri, 14 May 2010 15:53:25 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/electric-heat-pump-water-heater.html An electric heat pump water heater is worth considering. With add on, hybrid (drop in) and full demand water heaters, there are options to consider. Mon, 03 May 2010 17:52:44 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/heat-pump-water-heaters.html With electric heat pump water heaters; climate, air circulation and the by product of cooler and dryer air should be considered prior to installation. Thu, 29 Apr 2010 16:30:07 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/heat-pump-water-heater.html An electric heat pump water heater is significantly more efficient than conventional electric water heaters. Here's a complete and detailed overview... Thu, 29 Apr 2010 16:21:01 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/solar-hot-water-heater-1.html Before installing a solar hot water heater, the design must be properly sized. The solar powered domestic water heaters' efficiency will depend on panel (or collector) and storage tank sizing. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:01:10 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/energy-savings-blog.html The Energy Savings Blog keeps you up to speed on energy efficiency and water conservation at home, providing updated tips and techniques. Become a guest contributor and be part of our blog today. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:21:20 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/solar-hot-water-heater.html A solar hot water heater is the most energy saving system available. Here's a complete overview; from solar powered designs and major components, to sizing solar water heaters correctly. 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Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:37:47 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/water-heater-expansion-tank.html The addition of a hot water heater expansion tank can resolve and prevent thermal expansion, which seriously compromises storage tanks. Before purchase and installation consider the following... Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:37:47 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/water-heater-blanket.html A hot water heater blanket is worth considering. Blankets provide additional insulation that can result in significant energy savings. From R-value rating to installation, here's a complete overview. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:37:46 GMT http://www.lower-my-energybill.com/water-heater-anode.html A water heater anode rod guards against corrosion and tank failure. Replacing anodes is the most important water heater maintenance procedure, but most homeowners are unfamiliar with anode rods. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:37:46 GMT