Blog: April 2013

Albedo of Roofs Warm weather seems to finally be on its way here, after a particularly long winter this year.  Personally I’d rather be hot than cold, but it’s true that I’ve never experienced a summer like a DC summer before last year.

Having your home audited means giving it a checkup.   A professional auditor can perform a variety Image courtesy of nirots / FreeDigitalPhotos.net of tests on your home to determine how efficiently it is using energy – and where it may be losing you money.

Environmental Footprint Calculator Screenshot An environmental footprint calculator is a fun way to get a more holistic picture of the impact your life has on the world as a whole.

Shower Meme Saving in the shower: If you’re anything like me, long, hot showers are an important way I relax at the end of the day.  I can’t help but turn the water heat up so high it is almost unbearable, and let it relax my muscles.

One of the most common energy efficiency improvements that America’s Best Energy Team Photo courtesy of John Kasawa / http://www.freedigitalphotos.net suggests to homeowners is to insulate the water heater and hot water pipes.

True False Most of us are on the lookout for easy ways we can save energy in our homes.  Save the planet, save a buck – what is there to lose?  But you can’t believe everything you hear! Even some of the tips your mom gave you can be misguided…..but don’t tell her.

Energy Star There’s an odd thing going on in the housing market right now. But don’t worry, it’s not another bubble.  As Americans are building and buying more energy efficient homes, they are saving serious cash on their energy costs, meaning they have more income to distribute.

Smoke and Carbon Dioxide Alarm America’s Best Energy Team is not only concerned about the energy efficiency of your home; we endeavor to create comfortable, efficient, and safe homes.

Decisions Just lighting your home accounts for 5-10% of your yearly energy use[1].  Lighting efficiency is a fantastic low-hanging fruit to glean for a household looking to shave dollars off their energy bill.