AbleWatts Energy Blog
Actionable insights, tips, and technology guides for smart home energy savings and environmental impact.
Understanding Your Home Energy Score (HES)
The U.S. Department of Energy's Home Energy Score gives homeowners a quick, reliable assessment of their home's energy performance on a 1-to-10 scale. Learn how your score is calculated and how straightforward weatherization and heating upgrades can significantly improve your home's rating.
Learn more →Top 5 Home Energy Upgrades with the Highest ROI
Not all energy upgrades require large capital investments. Air sealing, duct insulation, smart programmable thermostats, and LED lighting retrofits often boast simple payback times under 2 years while delivering immediate comfort and utility bill reductions.
Learn more →Maximizing Local Utility & Federal Energy Incentives
Many electric and gas utilities offer substantial cash-back incentives and rebates for installing energy-efficient appliances, heat pumps, and solar installations. We break down how AbleWatts integrates with database incentives to pinpoint savings near your ZIP code.
Learn more →Cutting Your Carbon Footprint: Electricity vs. Fuel
Discover how transitioning from oil and natural gas heating to high-efficiency electric heat pumps lowers greenhouse gas emissions. Calculate your home's avoided emissions and see how your everyday energy choices benefit the environment.
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