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Choosing a reliable Mass Save Contractor is the smartest way to improve your home’s overall comfort. A professional assessment helps you understand exactly where your house loses heat and wastes power. Our team at Able Home Performance provides these valuable evaluations for homeowners across Southern Massachusetts to help them achieve lasting comfort. Learn more about…
A solar energy audit is the smartest first step you can take toward a more comfortable and efficient home in Southern Massachusetts. Understanding how your home uses energy—and where it loses it—is critical before investing in renewable energy systems. At Able Home Performance, we specialize in helping homeowners in Southern MA identify these inefficiencies through…
As Valentine’s Day approached this February, a classic Nor’easter swept through the South Shore, bringing plummeting temperatures and advisories for New Englanders to stay indoors. However, for many households, the storm spelled disaster as aging heating systems succumbed to the extra stress, leaving families without heat during the bitter cold. Fortunately, for homeowners who reached…
If you’re like most homeowners, you’re always looking for ways to save money on your energy costs. One of the best ways to do this is by installing new windows in your home. Windows are one of the biggest sources of energy loss in a home, and new windows can help you reduce your energy…
The secret is out when it comes to solar energy here in Massachusetts. Homeowners all over the state have taken the initiative to upgrade their energy independence, reduce their carbon footprint, and save on their energy bills by installing solar photovoltaic systems on their homes. But you may be wondering, what can a home energy…
Spring is finally here and we’re beginning to see the world slowly come back to life. Like many homeowners, you’re probably feeling reenergized. Taking advantage of more time outdoors is great, but you’re also likely starting some projects around the house. Everyone has their own list, with projects varying from simply decluttering and deep cleaning…
Energy conservation – the concept of reducing energy consumption through the minimization of activities that consume energy – is often confused with energy efficiency. The main difference between the two concepts is how much you have to alter your behavior. Energy efficiency doesn’t require you to change your habits Energy conservation calls for a certain…
Of all the furnishings in a home, the carpet experiences the most direct traffic which contributes to dirt accumulation and general wear and tear. It is important to keep the carpet clean and well maintained to not only keep it looking new, but also to increase its longevity. The carpet in a home should be…
In addition to the tips mentioned below, check out this infographic for more ways to lower your energy bills this spring. | Infographic by Sarah Gerrity, Energy Department. Today marks the beginning of spring and the end of a long, brutal winter for much of the United States. With the start of a new season…
One of the most important things we can all do to mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic is simple: stay home. Whether you’re teleworking, taking care of a loved one, or just staying safe, spending more time inside can mean higher home energy bills. Here’s how you can do even more to help the energy bill from…