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By Brooke, January 25, 2012, Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money
Living in Texas, I’m never exposed to harsh cold winters. My body literally goes into shock if the weather drops below 60 degrees. And on those few days where the weather temps do fall below 60, my heating costs do quite the opposite. If I even hear the word 50 degrees, I make a dash to the heater to crank it up. But as my husband keeps telling me that energy doesn’t just appear, that we do indeed have to pay for it, it turns out I have to ke [...]
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By Brooke, January 7, 2012, News
Electricity, running water, lights...these modern marvels are the things I take for granted. Every day I flip on lights, take a warm shower, turn on the heater, etc. never giving a thought about how electricity works or where the technology came from.
That is until today. It marks the (1943-2012) 69th anniversary of Nikola Tesla's death. Now, why is Nikola Tesla so important and why are we highlighting the anniversary of his death? Well, in sh [...]
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By Vernon T., December 29, 2011, News, Save Money
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300" caption="2011-2012 Winter Temperatures, courtesy of NOAA ClimateWatch Magazine"][/caption]
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced its Winter Weather Outlook 2011-2012 a few weeks before Christmas. Their analysis came as no real surprise for consumers with Texas electricity service. Both dryer and warmer than normal conditions are expected to continue through to summer, [...]
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Energy Efficiency, News, Save Money, Special Offers»
By Vernon T., December 21, 2011, Energy Efficiency, News, Save Money, Special Offers
Sometimes being a Do-It-Yourself homeowner means realizing that there can be times when you have no idea what you are doing and you need to call in a professional.
Our home is heated with natural gas. To save money, we installed a high-efficiency condensing furnace. This kind of HVAC system (also known as a Heating, Ventilation, And Cooling system) is designed to be so highly efficient (some are over 95% in terms of efficiency) that they pass [...]
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Save Money, Special Offers»
By Vernon T., December 15, 2011, Save Money, Special Offers
On the 9th Day of Christmas, Bounce Energy gave to me … a Groupon Gift Card!
Is your bank account already taking a beating from the holiday rush? Bounce Energy is offering great deals on Texas electricity plans this holiday season! You can save money on your electricity bills right now and throughout the whole year!
Take a look at our 12 Deals of Christmas and you'll see how you can save money on select fixed rate or convenient no-contrac [...]
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Energy Efficiency, News»
By Brooke, November 15, 2011, Energy Efficiency, News
With winter approaching, it may be beneficial for you to look into some easy weatherization projects for your home. By doing so, you'll not only save energy but can save money on your heating bill too. Here are some simple ideas to help save energy and money this winter season.
Switch your ceiling fan. On most fans, there should be a switch that changes the direction of the blades. By reversing the direction it will circulate and push warm ai [...]
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Energy Efficiency, Green, News, Save Money»
By Vernon T., September 12, 2011, Energy Efficiency, Green, News, Save Money
One of the complaints I hear from some folks thinking about a new appliance is that Energy Star certified appliances are too expensive and don't really save you a lot of money. Well, Energy Star certified appliances are more expensive because they are more energy efficient but the truth is they DO save you money off your Texas energy rates.
When it comes to Energy Star compliance, refrigerators, air conditioners, furnaces, washing machines, and [...]
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Energy Efficiency, Save Money»
By Eliza, November 22, 2010, Energy Efficiency, Save Money
Americans have been switching to alternative heating systems because the cost of central heating bills have become too much to handle. When using fireplaces, furnaces, or portable heaters be cautious and follow the tips below.
If you are using a central heater, try to get your heating system inspected, cleaned, and serviced annually.
For furnace use, be sure the flame burning is a steady bright blue color. If your house begins to smell like [...]
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Energy Efficiency, Save Money»
By Eliza, November 10, 2010, Energy Efficiency, Save Money
It’s time to clean up the “he said, she said” mess of energy. Here are some common myths with the real truth:
1. When an appliance is turned off, it is off.
Not the case, studies have found that when appliances from TVs to toaster ovens are switched off, they are still using some power if not the same power they need to function when turned on. Go ahead and unplug those appliances that are easier to just unplug and plug in again to sa [...]
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Energy Efficiency, FAQs, News, Save Money»
By Vernon T., August 16, 2010, Energy Efficiency, FAQs, News, Save Money
Are There Renewable Energy Incentives for Home Owners from the State of Texas?
The short answer unfortunately is no. According to the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO):
"...the state does not have a program at this time that provides funding of renewable energy equipment on an individual basis, there are tax exemptions available in certain instances. For example businesses that either use or manufacture or install solar or wind energy [...]
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Energy Efficiency, Save Money»
By Vernon T., February 26, 2010, Energy Efficiency, Save Money
Every house and lifestyle, is different. It's safe to say that climate and location are primary factors in how your home performs. Typically, Texas energy rates are low during the winter. The other major factor is how you use energy in your home. When combined with information about local weather, the home's thermostat settings, as well as energy bills for a 12 month period (24 is more accurate), an energy audit can render a more accurate picture [...]
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Energy Efficiency, Save Money»
By Vernon T., February 23, 2010, Energy Efficiency, Save Money
This heating season, you probably want to save money on your energy use. This is especially true during this winter's cold snap that caused high demand from Texas energy companies in both Dallas and Houston. But that might not be the only reason. You might find that your home's HVAC system is always running hard but can't adequately heat your home. Or some rooms in your house seem cooler or hotter than others. Maybe you noticed a mold [...]
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