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  • Tips for Summer Savings

    April 6, 2017

    Still struggling to fall asleep with sweat trickling down your neck? Does the heat wake you up at night? Summer is almost over, but that doesn’t mean the warm temperatures are gone just yet. It’s also never too late start getting the comfort you deserve.

  • When Air Conditioning Is a Must, Use These Tips

    April 6, 2017

    With the National Weather Service predicting a hotter than average summer for the Northeast this year, there will likely be a point when your shades and fans aren’t enough to keep your home cool and comfortable. If you don’t have central air conditioning, you might consider putting in a window air conditioner. If you reach that point, the following tips for selecting and installing your air conditioner will help keep your home cool—and help you save energy—as the weather heats up.

  • Get Ready for Fall – Convert Your Home for Energy Savings

    April 6, 2017

    When it’s sweltering out, it can be hard to remember what the cool winter air feels like. But don’t let the summer heat distract you from preparing for the imminent arrival of New England cold weather. It never hurts to start planning ahead for the season’s change.

  • How to Change Your HVAC Furnance Filter

    April 6, 2017

    Regular maintenance of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system will improve its operation and extend its life. It will also help you regulate temperatures in your house—and save you money...

  • The Power of Water: How to Make Every Drop Count

    April 6, 2017

    Mass Save strives to provide you, our reader, with ways to save energy while properly heating and cooling your residence, whatever the season. Usually, these tips are specific to insulation, light bulbs, thermostats, and heating and cooling. However, here’s another topic that you may not hear as much about: water. Cutting your water usage—especially hot water—by just a small percentage can save a significant amount of money, no matter the season! Imagine, saving money and energy while reducing your carbon footprint all with a few small changes in your daily life.

  • Mini-Splits: A Comfy and Cozy Fall Companion

    April 6, 2017

    As autumn temperatures start to drop, our minds whimsically wander to comfortable afternoons at home with the basic fall necessities - pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters, and mini-split heat pumps. Wait, what? What are mini-split heat pumps?

  • Don't Throw Money Out the Window

    April 6, 2017

    Over the winter we shared tips for ways to keep warm air in your house to prevent unwanted heat loss that results in wasted energy and money. We discussed several methods for ensuring that all the heat your system was working hard to produce, wasn’t lost. The same principles apply when looking for ways to keep hot air out, and moreover, the cool air in. During the dog days of this summer – which are known to drag out in New England – use the following tips and tricks to ensure that you aren’t losing any of your energy to the outdoors.

  • Programmable or Wi-Fi Thermostats – Which is Right for You?

    April 26, 2017

    Heating and cooling your home accounts for over half of your annual energy costs. And what's at the center of it all? Your thermostat. Depending on how you adjust your thermostat – or not adjust it – can mean the difference between a big or small energy bill.

  • Replace Your Furnace and Central Air Conditioning Systems at the Same Time for Maximum Savings

    April 6, 2017

    A famous writer once said “There’s nothing like staying at home for real comfort.” Coming home from a long, cold, dreary day and being greeted by a nice, warm, cozy home is something to look forward to, all thanks to the wonders of modern technology – more specifically, your heating system. Or how about those random hot fall days that seem to come out of nowhere and leave you wanting to arrive in a nice, cool, air-conditioned home? Without your Air Conditioning (AC) system, comfort would be hard to find when those days roll around.

  • Ways to Cut Down on Hot Water Use

    April 6, 2017

    The water heater is the second-most energy hungry appliance in the average American household, consuming about 15% of the annual energy bill.