Florida Power and Water Works Corp performs a wide variety of installations of window film in Florida. If you are unfamiliar with the process, let’s take a moment to go over what window film is and how it can help you not only reduce your energy bills, but also keep yourself and your belongings better protected.

Window film is applied to the interior of your windows with the intent to reflect solar heat, reduce glare, block harmful UV rays, keep your furniture protected, and help to reduce shattering. Other added benefits of window film are privacy and deterrence of thieves, all while helping you save 30% or more on your energy bills!

As a Florida resident, it is of top importance to keep ourselves protected from UV rays as much as we possibly can, and there is no better way to ensure you are protected while in your home than with window film. If your main concern is keeping harmful UV rays out of your home, but you don’t want to lose the warmth of the sun in the winter, consider one of our virtually clear window film options. You will get immense protection from the sun’s rays while still being able to take advantage of the warmth in the cooler months.

As homeowners know all too well, home furnishings and carpeting are not cheap investments. There is nothing more disappointing than spending a small fortune on furniture only to watch it slowly fade over time after the sun has taken its toll on it. Having a tinted window film installed on your windows will greatly reduce the amount of fading the sun has on your furniture, meaning your furniture will last you many more years and still look great.

If your home is located in close proximity to your neighbors, or close to the street, window film can provide some much desired privacy without having to have the blinds constantly drawn. More importantly, window film helps protect would-be thieves by making it harder for them to see the valuable items contained within your home.

Severe weather is part of the territory in Florida, and if your home is not equipped with shatterproof windows, our window film can provide you with extra protection for your windows in the event that they are broken. For this purpose, installing window film is far less of an expense than replacing the windows in your home with shatterproof glass.

Are you interested in learning more about window film in Florida? Contact Florida Power and Water Works Corp today toll-free at 833-912-1148 and schedule an appointment for a representative to come to your home to talk to you about reducing your home energy costs.

As your home ages, so does your insulation, and it may begin the process of deterioration. When your insulation starts to deteriorate, you will be faced with problems like increased utility bills and lack of temperature regulation within your home. Read on for the most common signs that you need to replace your insulation.

Rodents and Insects

Damaged or aging insulation makes a great place for squirrels, mice, and insects to call home. When your attic becomes infested with pests, they will use your insulation as a nest and will leave behind waste. If you have suspicions that your attic is hosting rodents and insects, contact your local pest control company to eliminate the problem before having your new insulation installed.

Temperature Cannot Be Regulated

When your home is properly insulated it serves as a blockade between the outdoors and the indoors. If your insulation is dated or damaged, your home’s temperature will not stay regulated. Have you noticed that your home is not staying as warm as it once was on the second floor? Contact Florida Power and Water Works to have a free home energy audit performed, and we will look for the source of your problem.

High Utility Bills

Do you notice that you cannot regulate the temperature of the air inside your home, and therefore your heating and air conditioning systems are working in overdrive to try to keep the temperature constant? If you answered yes, then you most definitely have seen the results of this each month – higher utility bills. Florida Power and Water Works is dedicated to helping homeowners reduce their utility bills by up to 30 percent or more. Once we perform our free home energy audit we can show you how you can make changes to make your home more energy efficient.

Deteriorating Insulation

The best way to tell if your insulation has seen better days is to touch it with a gloved hand. If crumbles to pieces upon being touched, it’s time to have new insulation installed.

Have you noticed any of the above signs with your insulation? Maybe you cannot access your attic to diagnose any potential issues. No matter the age of your home or the location of the access to your attic, Florida Power and Water Works can help assess where your home could be made more energy efficient. Contact us today toll-free at 833-912-1148 to schedule a free home energy, no obligation audit!

1.  Wash Your Clothes In Cold Water.

It takes more energy to heat the water used to wash your clothes. For the same quality wash, but less energy consumed, wash your clothes in cold water. Florida Power and Water Works sees homeowners save on average $63 per year.

2. Take Advantage Of Your Window Shades

Florida Power and Water Works suggests closing the blinds on the sun-facing side of the house in summertime to keep out the rays of the sun. This will keep out unwanted heat. In the winter, keep your sun-facing blinds open to bring in warmth through the sunlight.

3. Replace Your Light bulbs

Simply replace your light bulbs with LED, energy-efficient halogen incandescent bulbs, and CFLs. Florida Power and Water Works suggests switching to a more energy-efficient bulb to reduce energy consumption from about a third to 80 percent. Not to mention they last much longer than regular bulbs – on average, about five years. By swapping out five light bulbs in your home, you’ll save about $60 per year.

4. Turn Off Lights

When you leave the house, or are not occupying a room, Florida Power and Water Works suggests turning off the lights. It’s incredibly simple, but many people don’t do it. If you don’t already do this, it will save you a significant amount of energy and money. By taking the simple step and shutting off lights when you use them, you can save up to $50 on your energy bill.

5. Home Insulation

Making sure your home is properly insulated will save up to 20 percent on your heating and cooling bills. This can be done by sealing air leaks and adding home insulation where it’s needed. An in-home energy audit will help you determine where your home is leaking air, and where you can and should implement our home insulation services.

6. Keep The Oven Closed

Peeking into the oven while baking wastes a lot of energy! Every time you check to see if your cookies are golden brown, the temperature drops at least 25° F and requires more energy to bring the temperature back up. When using your oven, if you don’t peek, you can turn off your oven for the last fourth of your baking time. The oven will stay hot and continue to cook your food.

7. Use Appliances At Night

Florida Power and Water Works suggests using your dishwashers and laundry machines at night. This keeps your house cooler during the day, reduces the chance of an emergency, and reduces the strain placed on your power grid at the peak hours of use. Most people do their laundry or wash the dishes between 4 pm and 6 pm.

The average American household spends approximately over $2,000 per year on home energy. Not only is that harmful to your wallet, but it’s harmful to the environment. To save money and help the planet, invest in a home energy audit from Florida Power and Water Works today. We’ll show you the most beneficial ways to save money and energy in your home. Call us today toll-free at 833-912-1148.