•Air Conditioners
OK, you don't have air conditioners outside your house, unless you're cooling off a covered outdoor room. But for the AC equipment, which is usually located outside, don't forget to remove potential barriers, such as furniture, weeds and debris that block air-conditioning vents and equipment.* This is safer and helps the air conditioner run more efficiently.
*Source: SDG&E
•Water Conservation for Pools and Spas
On the subject of sustainability, why not practice water conservation for your pool and/or spa? In doing so, you can only reinforce your environmental awareness and use eco-mindedness in other areas of your life.
•Landscaping Windbreaks for Energy Efficiency
Incorporate windbreaks into your landscape with carefully selected trees and shrubs that are planted near your house to lessen any negative impact wind might have on heating loads. Windbreaks can help redirect wind flow and cut down on heating a homeMore »