Energy Tips

New Windows – Proper Window Install

If you are considering new windows let the ERM team of window experts suggest the proper window for your project and ensure that their installation is done correctly to save you the most energy possible from this investment in your home or business. Continue reading →

Energy Savings Tips

Window panesThroughout our site you’ll see energy-saving tips on the left side of the page. Follow the links for a treasure hunt of savings ideas and enviro-friendly information! To get you started, here are some easy low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy.

  • Install a programmable thermostat to keep your house comfortably warm in the winter and comfortably cool in the summer.
  • Use compact fluorescent light bulbs with the ENERGY STAR® label.
  • Air dry dishes instead of using your dishwasher’s drying cycle.
  • Turn off your computer and monitor when not in use.
  • Plug home electronics, such as TVs and DVD players, into power strips; turn the power strips off when the equipment is not in use (TVs and DVDs in standby mode still use several watts of power).
  • Lower the thermostat on your hot water heater to 120°F.
  • Take short showers instead of baths.
  • Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes.
  • Drive sensibly. Aggressive driving (speeding, rapid acceleration and braking) wastes gasoline.
  • Look for the ENERGY STAR label on home appliances and products.