South Bay Energy Reviews

While temperatures are still dipping below zero, weather experts predict spring to come some time in March. If you think about it, that’s not too far away, particularly if you want to prepare your house for the warmer weather. It’s the perfect time to make some quick fixes to your home that will help you save on energy costs. 1) Clean out your fridge. Ch eck your fridge for scraps of food left over from the holidays. This will help air circulate more efficiently. Roll your fridge away from the wall and clean the dust out from the coils with a vacuum cleaner. You might also want to move it to another location, particularly if it’s positioned next to an oven or is exposed directly to sunlight. 2) Check for cracks in the wall. If your wall already had cracks before winter, chances are high that snow or liquid water might have seeped inside them and turned into ice, making the cracks bigger by the time spring comes around. This results in air leaks and issues with structural inte...

Whether you plan to go out or stay indoors during winter, you need to keep warm. Winter clothes can only do so much, and let’s be honest – wearing multiple layers of clothing indoors isn’t very comfortable. A space heater is a good investment with cold weather closing in. There are many different types and styles of space heater, and choosing one could be overwhelming. Here are some tips for choosing a space heater for your home. 1) How much energy does it consume? Most space heater manufacturers claim that their products are energy efficient. However, not all space heaters are made equal – their energy consumption could range from 750 to 1000 watts. 2) How large is the space you want to heat? Space heaters come in different shapes and sizes. There are large heaters for the outdoors and large rooms, desk heaters, and heaters just about nine inches tall – ideal for small spaces. To compute for the ideal wattage for your room, multiply your room’s area in square feet by 10. Fo...