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Tankless Water Heaters – The Right Choice For Your Wallet and the Environment
04 Sep 2020
If you find that you regularly run out of hot water, you might want to consider a tankless water heater. When you don't have enough hot water, running the dishwasher or taking a shower can become challenging, and this doesn't need to be the case. Luckily, a tankless water heater solves these problems, as our very own Arielle Kimmer explains. Tankless [...]

What’s That Smell? How To Recognize The Smell of Mold In Your AC
20 Aug 2020
If you turn on A/C and smell a musty smell, chances are your cooling system might have mold or mildew growth. This can be a hazard to you and your family’s health, and needs to be dealt with promptly. Moreover, mold and mildew have a foul smell that could cause discomfort in your home. Knowing the causes of mold and mildew growth in an air conditioning [...]

Ways To Lower Your Home’s Humidity
22 Jul 2020
Humidity is a huge source of discomfort for many homeowners. The main reason humidity is such a hassle for people is that it is caused when there is too much moisture in the air, and your body's sweat cannot evaporate. Instead of cooling you as it is should, you perspiration acts as a sealant and keeps much of your body heat inside. Additionally, high [...]

Don’t Fall For These Air Conditioning Myths
08 Jul 2020
Every summer, people try to find new ways to keep cool while saving energy. That leads to lots of tips floating around about managing your air conditioner system. Many of the tips people share are actually false, though, and could end up costing you more. The SMO Energy team is here to help debunk these myths for you, so you can get the most out of your [...]

Why Is The Upstairs Hotter Than The Basement of My House?
29 Jun 2020
Even as summer comes to a close, many parts of the country are still experiencing warm temperatures. For some, the heat can be a real source of discomfort. In a multilevel home, the upper levels are often at least 10 degrees warmer than the lower levels. Because heat rises, it tends to get trapped on the upstairs areas of a home, making those rooms places [...]

Storm Season Preparation Tips
23 Jun 2020
The Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1 and will continue on through the end of November. During this time, it's more likely for tropical storms to become hurricanes and work their way up the Atlantic coast. If these storms get close to land they can cause catastrophic damages to homes. It's best for you and your family to be prepared in the event of [...]

7 Reasons To Go With A Propane Powered Standby Generator
16 Jun 2020
Standby generators are a great tool to have to keep your housing running during power outages, but what type of generator should you get? Though there are many different types, propane generators are the best choice. Here are seven reasons why you should choose a propane powered generator: Easy access When Hurricane Sandy hit the northeast in 2012, [...]

Practice These 9 Tips For Saving Energy This Summer
05 Jun 2020
Normally the summer means you turn up your AC, which can use a lot of energy (and therefore money).  But there are a few simple ways that you can save money during the summer months. According to the Centre for Urban Energy at Ryerson University, these changes can save you anywhere from 20 to 50  percent on your summer energy bills. Program your [...]

Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Annual Water Heater Maintenance
27 May 2020
A good water heater is something that people often take for granted. Even if your water heater is working fine, you should still schedule maintenance every year. Like any home equipment, annual maintenance is a great way to catch any potential problems early on and make sure the unit is running at peak efficiency. In addition to preventing any headaches [...]

Bigger Is Not Always Better: How to Find The Correct AC For Your Home
21 May 2020
Bigger AC Doesn't Necessarily Mean Better AC A professional can help you choose the right size air conditioner system for your home. If you’re thinking about what kind of air conditioner unit to install this summer, you may be wondering about just how big it’s going to need to be. There are different sized air conditioners, and many homeowners think [...]
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