Summer is in full swing, and in Florida, that means heat, humidity, and more heat! All across the state, air conditioners will be running full steam ahead to try to keep up with the hot weather. But what does this mean for Florida homeowners? You may have already prepared your home for the season, but how can you be sure you can beat ...

Summer has finally arrived! Before you bust out the sunscreen and make for the outdoors, you’ll want to ensure that your home is also ready for summer’s heat. These ten home preparation tips will help your home stay cool without skyrocketing your energy bill. 1. Install a programmable thermostat. These nifty devices allow you to s...

When it comes to solar, not every company is made the same. With so many available options on the market, how do you choose the right company for your solar needs? Well, look no further! We’ve compiled a list of our top recommendations for what you should be on the lookout for when choosing a solar company. Tip #1: Do Your Resea...

Update 12/27/20: The solar investment tax credit (ITC), which was scheduled to drop to 22% in 2021, will be extended for two more years at 26%! You can learn more about the energy tax credit extensions here. Have you been looking to make the switch to solar? In the Sunshine State, it's a no-brainer. It seems like we're always in a summ...

Solar Battery Storage for Storm Power Outages Hurricane season is as unpredictable as it is devastating. Having a solar battery storage system can help during power outages caused by a hurricane. During the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season, there were 18 total storms reported, racking up over $10 billion in damages altogether. In Florid...

If you’re like many people, you don’t give your home’s insulation a whole lot of thought. After all, it’s hidden in your floors, attic, and walls - out of sight, out of mind, right? But your insulation is an absolutely vital part of your home. It’s the barrier between your home and the air outside. Are you building a new hom...

Florida Snowbirds - welcome back to the land of sunshine and warm temperatures! We hope you enjoyed your New England summer! But now that you’ve flown south for the winter, it’s time to make sure your winter home is ready for you. Reopening Your Florida Home When you left Florida in the spring, you almost certainly went through a ...

As October comes to a close, many people around the country are bracing for a winter full of snow and ice. And while many Floridians are expecting temperatures to drop as we get into the winter months, right now air conditioners are still humming across the state. The downside of living somewhere that’s warm for so many months of th...

Florida is well known as one of the warmest states in the country, and for good reason. As winter approaches the rest of the United States, many northerners will begin to fly south for the winter, seeking warmer temperatures and an escape from the snow. But whether you’re a snowbird or a Florida local, you’ll start to notice lower...

When you think of mold, does your mind wander to that loaf of bread you left on the counter too long? It’s gross, but that type of mold is relatively harmless - tossing it in the trash quickly gets rid of your problem. Other types of mold and mildew lurking in your home are much harder to get rid of - not to mention they’re ha...