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10 Energy Saving Tips for Spring
Spring is here, the perfect time to clean up around the house, throw out excess waste, and dial-in your home appliances and electronic devices. Warmer weather will soon be upon us. With a little fine-tuning of your HVAC system, you’ll be able to minimize energy consumption and maximize savings. Here are a few of DBM Solar’s favorite energy saving tips. Service your air conditioner It’s important to check your air conditioner’s air filters. Clean filters in an HVAC system promote efficient airflow, which can reduce energy consumption by as much as 10-20%. Set the thermostat accordingly Now that your air conditioner is serviced to perform at its best, bump up the thermostat 2 or 3 degrees. While a degree or two won’t make you miserable, it will help reduce energy costs by as much as 10 percent. Seal cooling and ventilation ducts What good is cool air from your air conditioner if much of it goes to waste? Air loss can account for as much as 30% of a cooling system’s energy consumption. Efficient, sealed ducting can significantly lower electricity bills and maximize comfort in your home. Throw a shrimp on the barbie Warm weather is the perfect time to grill. Whatever your favorite bbq recipe or item to grill may be, shrimp or otherwise, grilling has a few benefits to energy consumption. First, grilling often uses less energy, which can save you a few buck. Second, cooking outdoors keeps the heat outdoors. You can avoid having to crank up the AC on steak night by cooking outdoors instead of in the kitchen. Tint or dress up your home’s... read moreDBM Solar Celebrates National Thank You Month
The holidays are behind us. The gifts and “thank you’s” of the season are over. Or, are they? January is National Thank You. At DBM Solar, we like to recognize this occasion. We feel that January is a great time to reflect on last year, thank those around us for their support, and to set sights on greater goals for the new year. A company can never fully grow without the support and trust of its clients. These are two of the most important aspects of DBM Solar’s success over the years; trust and support. From the initial solar feasibility study to solar permitting, to residential and commercial solar installation, we bring our best to each customer. DBM Solar is passionate about our industry for all the right reasons. It feels most rewarding to create positive change in our community, showing them the benefits and positive impacts of solar technology to the environment and their wallet. We highlight the benefits, value and importance that brings to each client. To all of our supporters, advocates and clientele who have seen the value we’ve put into our services, a sincere thank... read more
Why Investing In Home Solar Technology Is Worth Every Penny
There are various reasons environmentalists and society, in general, are pushing for communities to go green. increased population increased consumption and waste global warming increased natural disasters decreasing natural resources Our home, Earth, can only take so much. There are several way to contribute to conserving Earth’s resources. A form of energy production and preservation that we’re quite fond of is solar power. From 2000 to 2006, electricity prices went up 2.5% annually. This trend continues to rise, following the rising cost of fuels like coal and natural gas. Not only is solar technology cleaner but it is a great hedge against rising electricity costs. Homeowners that consider installing solar panels not only take advantage of the free energy the sun gives, they may also qualify for financial support. The Federal government encourages homeowners to take advantage of tax incentives that they can get when installing solar technology. Not only will homeowners save money on electricity bills but they could also get an immediate tax benefit. Homeowners can currently qualify for a solar power tax credit of 30% through December of 2016. Sunny states such as Arizona, California, or New Mexico may also qualify for additional incentives. These areas may qualify for additional incentives that are given through cash back, waived fees, or expedited permits. Solar Panels: Cost and Savings Solar panels will be able to give you all the energy you need without the potential of increased electricity costs in the future. An average household consumes around 1 kW per hour of electricity that translates to 900 kWh per month. Multiply that with the cost per kilowatt in... read more