For homeowners across the country, the electricity bill has risen every year since 2002. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), 2016 is the exception, with electric rates declining slightly due to an unusually mild winter throughout the Midwest…
If you want to increase the energy efficiency of your home, it’s best to take a room-by-room approach to make it more manageable. The bathroom is a great place to start! It’s a place where you spend very little time,…
For many people, the beloved cartoon The Jetsons set the standard of what the “future” would look like. While most of us do not live in homes suspended on poles high above the ground, there is tech available right now…
Gas heaters and gas furnaces are some of the most cost-effective and sustainable heating solutions available on the market today. But that doesn’t mean they are all created equal: If you want to save energy and lower your heating costs,…
It’s tax season! Co-founder of Homeselfe, Ameeta Jain, talks to Allyn Hoang on Eye Opener TV about maximizing your tax refund this year.
Celebrities have always been looked at as fashion trendsetters, but now, some stars are paving the way when it comes to environmental issues as well. As politicians and analysts debate how to handle global warming and climate change, celebrities are…
Brr…do you feel that chill? It may be time to install an electric heater in your home! Many homeowners choose electric heaters because they are easier to install, don’t require much maintenance and have longer operating lives than other forms…
The first red LED light was introduced in 1962, although the white LED lights that have drawn so much consumer attention are newer. These lights have become increasingly popular due to their energy efficiency, durability and versatility compared to normal…
It’s not often you get to consider what kind of heating system to have in your home. Investing in new construction is a great opportunity to control the type of fuel your home uses. Rehabbing an older home is another…
Is there a connection between mortgage rates and energy efficiency? Although these topics may seem unrelated, a study by the University of North Carolina has shown that there is actually a strong correlation between the two. Researchers determined that people…
