With the weather forecasts for Central Illinois calling for another cold winter, it is time to get proactive on keeping heating costs down to a minimum. After viewing utility bills from energy audits in 2014, we have found our clients increased heating costs between 15 and 30% on average when compared to their home from Read More >>
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Building An Energy Efficient Home Presentations (Fall 2014)
You are invited! Are you building (or rebuilding) a new home? Or do you just want to learn more about energy efficiency for your existing home? If so, you can’t afford to miss this free presentation (NO products or services are being sold). With Todd’s help you can learn to avoid costly mistakes that will Read More >>
Winter Advisory – Are your exhaust pipes free from from drifting snow?
WINTER ADVISORY – Check Exhaust Pipes are Free From Drifting Snow January 5, 2014 Due to the winter storm hitting central Illinois this weekend, it is important to take some safety precautions to make sure any exhaust vents from furnaces, boilers, or water heaters coming out the side of the building are not blocked by Read More >>
Energy Audits with EverGreen Home Energy
Why waiting to get an energy audit could cost you down the road
There are times when people tell me they are going to have me out to their house for an energy audit once they get done with their existing projects. This comment always makes me wince because the best time to get an energy audit is before you make any changes to your house. One of Read More >>
Tuning up the air conditioner
Now that warmer weather has arrived in central Illinois, many residents are turning on their air conditioners for the first time in several months. Spring is the best time of year to have an annual maintenance inspection on the air conditioner. It can prevent mechanical failure that could happen during the dog days of summer, Read More >>
Water Logged in Central Illinois
Much of central Illinois is still feeling the impact of the rain storms that hit the area last week. Many homeowners have been spending a lot of spare time mopping or pumping water out of basements. As we all attempt to get our homes back to normal operation, it is a good time to assess Read More >>
Why a newer home may need an energy audit
Building codes have been updated over the past several years to include important energy efficiency improvements. The state of Illinois adopted the IECC energy code for new construction and additions which requires such measures as higher levels of insulation, better windows, and improved efficiency of furnaces. All of these steps will provide a more comfortable Read More >>
Past Events: Healthy Homes, Healthy Bodies Seminar (March 2013)
You are invited to the 3rd edition of the popular seminar which takes place on Tuesday, March 12th at 6:00 PM at the Holistic Health Center on Sheridan Road. There will be 4 local health experts presenting in 20 minute segments tips on how to make positive changes to live healthier, happier lives. Join Jeff Read More >>
10 Signs That Your Home May Need an Energy Audit
During a comprehensive energy audit of a home, there are two observations the homeowner will often make by the end of the evaluation. First, they are surprised at how much equipment is used during the inspection. There are numerous instruments at the energy auditor’s disposal such as the infrared camera, the blower door, combustion analyzers, Read More >>
