Energy Saving Ideas and Tips

Need some energy saving ideas and tips? Does the thought of electricity deregulation in Texas have you breaking out in a not so cold sweat? Are you dreading the impact that this event may have on your electric bill?

If so, there is a solution that can allow you live comfortably, even in the August heat in Texas, while actually lowering your monthly electric bills. With rising costs all around it's time for a little good news on the electricity front.

Ways You Can Save on Electricity

Deregulation is a major concern for Texans, rightfully so. There are some things you can do though that will help save money even in these uncertain times.

So here are some energy saving ideas and tips you could implement,around your home:

• Install awnings on all windows, especially those that have window air conditioning units in them. The temperature on both the inside and the outside of your home impacts the effectiveness of window air conditioners. Awning that reduces the direct sunlight that hits the outside of your AC unit will actually help decrease the energy it uses in order to perform.



• Adjust your home temperature settings so that your home is warmer when you are out and cooler when you are home. This little adjustment can provide huge impact on your electric bill. Even adjusting the temperature by as little as 2 degrees at night while you are sleeping and 2 degrees while you are out during the day will save money and reduce the wear on your air conditioner.



• You can also save money through reduced energy bills, by installing radiant barrier insulation in your attic (it is laid above your existing insulation). Your house will be warmer in winter, and cooler in the summer, with a savings up to 40% off your electric bill especially during the hot Texas summer.




• A radiant barrier is an insulation barrier installed between your living space and your attic. It blocks undesirable hot air from entering your living space in the summer, and traps the desired warm air in the winter. Contact us today, to find out how you could benefit by installing radiant barrier insulation in your attic, and protecting your other home appliances.



• Use Energy Star appliances in your home whenever possible. It may seem like a big expense up front to replace your appliances with those that are Energy Star Compliant but doing so will provide significant savings in utilities that will make pay for themselves over time.

Whether you are concerned about rising energy costs, hot or cold zones, or just increasing your home's energy efficiency, our EBS "Ultra" Guard radiant barrier can be your answer to reducing your electricity bills.

EBS "Ultra" Guard has a Class A, Class 1 Fire Rating, and it is Energy Star Certified.

Little steps sometimes have the biggest impact on your pocketbook. Keep these things in mind and improve your home insulation. You could save money on your electricity bills this summer, and enjoy the benefits for years to come!

Contact Us

Contact us at Efficient Barrier Solutions today, for more information about insulation and radiant barrier products.

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