Tips for Maintaining Your Air Conditioner During the Summer
Learn how to maintain your air conditioner during the scorching summer months to prevent system failures and ensure optimal performance. Tips include cleaning the exterior, keeping leaves and debris out of the interior, and regularly replacing the air filter.
Maximizing Your Ceiling Fan’s Cooling Effectiveness in the Summer
Learn how to maximize the cooling effect of your ceiling fan during the summer months by ensuring it rotates counterclockwise. By creating a downdraft, your fan can help circulate cool air, lower room temperature, and reduce the need for air conditioning, ultimately saving on energy costs. Make sure to check the direction of your fan and use it only when you are in the room to maximize its effectiveness.
How Smart Home Devices Can Save You Money on Utility Bills
Discover how smart home devices like thermostats, air conditioners, lights, plugs, blinds, and water leak detectors can help you save money on utility bills. Learn about the latest technologies that can make your home more efficient and cost-effective in the long run.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium on Sale for $219.99
Learn how to save money on your cooling bills this summer with Ecobee’s Smart Thermostat Premium, currently on sale for $219.99. This smart thermostat not only adjusts based on your location in the home but also integrates with various smart home ecosystems. With features like temperature alerts and air quality monitoring, it’s a versatile addition to your home.
Ecobee Discontinues Support for Original Smart Thermostat After 16 Years
Ecobee is discontinuing support for its original smart thermostat after 16 years, rendering it unable to receive firmware upgrades or connect to Ecobee’s servers. Users can still operate the device manually but will lose smart capabilities. To help affected customers, Ecobee is offering a 30% discount on a new thermostat. Despite this change, Ecobee remains committed to supporting other legacy thermostats. This decision reflects the company’s response to evolving technology standards and the challenges of maintaining outdated hardware, highlighting the importance of long-term support for connected devices.
Graphene-Based Nanofilm Membrane to Reduce Air Conditioning Load
Evercloak, a Canadian company, has developed a graphene-based nanofilm membrane that could drastically reduce the energy required for air conditioning systems. The ultra-thin membrane allows water molecules to pass through while keeping out other components of air and gas, resulting in significantly reduced energy demands for dehumidifying air. This breakthrough HVAC technology has received CAD$2m in seed funding and has the potential to cut the energy demands of air conditioning in half.