It was 36 degrees outside in Fort Myers, Florida this morning. There was ice on my windshield! This unusual cold spell is causing residents to not only turn on but crank up their rarely used heaters. If you are like most of us, your heater has been gathering dust all spring, summer, and fall. You may get a lovely burnt smell added to your air as it begins to warm your home. But what if you flip that switch and…
As a Category 4 Hurricane, Hurricane Irma’s wrath was felt in the Southwest Florida region, especially in Naples and Marco Island. Homes and trees were damaged and destroyed. Six months later, people are still repairing roofs, lanais, and have trees down in yards. Living in Florida, there’s always a chance a hurricane will pass on by, so it is crucial to trim trees regularly. Regular tree trimming keeps trees healthy and appropriately sized, so they are less likely to fall…
No one likes opening utility bills to find a surprise rate jump and a higher bill than last month. Here in Florida, it happens quite easily and often. Hot tropical weather can easily spike your bill. We have a few creative tips you and your family can use to get that bill to go in the other direction. Top Tips for Energy Savings! The Refrigerator – 100 to 150 KWh of power a year is wasted opening and closing the…