Smart Energy Tips Podcast
1) #43 Window Air Conditioners
Tom and Bret discuss window air conditioners. Energy efficiency, general tips about sizing the unit, electric safety, health and safety and more.
2) #42 Replacement Windows-Just the Facts
Tom and Bret discuss replacement windows. Reminder that it's important to get a comprehensive energy audit first. Then, knowing when it's time to change. Energy Star and National Fenestration Rating C...Show More
3) #41 Thermostat. Set It And Forget It.
Tom and Bret discuss basic energy and what happens to a home when the thermostat is manipulated up and down. Learn what's going on inside a home with manmade temperature swings.
4) #40 Residential Solar Kits & Solar Facts
The Smart Energy Tips team interviews Matt Irving, Director of Production for Today's Power, Inc. TPI is a leader in residential, commercial, industrial and utility solar equipment, systems and instal...Show More
5) #38 Can We Make A Home Too Tight?
The Smart Energy Tips team discuss how air sealing components and measures are reducing air infiltration. When is a home too tight? What are the consequences of a tight home? And more...
6) #37 Firewood-Does It Save You Money?
The Smart Energy Tips team discuss the facts, pros and cons about burning firewood. Also, learn about how burning wood may actually cost you more money to heat your home and lessen the interior comfor...Show More
7) #36 Today's Power Inc. Residential Solar Kits & Just the Facts
The Smart Energy Tips team interviews Michael Henderson with Today's Power Inc. Beginning in April 2016, TPI will have 4kW and 8kW residential self-install solar arrays available for purchase. Listen ...Show More
8) #35-G.E. GeoSpring Ultra-Efficient Water Heaters
The Smart Energy Tips team interviews Kevin Clark, General Electric's national sales manager for the GeoSpring water heater. Learn how heat pump water heating is the most energy efficient method for h...Show More
9) #34 The Importance of Proper Attic Ventilation
The Smart Energy Tip team discusses proper attic ventilation. Also, why mitigating moisture within both the home and attic are important.
10) #33 Return Air Filters-Just the Facts
The Smart Energy Tips team go into depth about return air filters. Why we need them, the differences, when to change, how often, proper sizing and much more.