What you don't know about energy can cost you! Test your energy IQ and then read through our answers for advice that could help lower your energy bills and make your home greener.
1. In the typical home, which items use the most energy?
a) Household appliances
b) Water heater
c) Lighting
d) Heating and air conditioning
D. According to
Natural Resources Canada, heating and cooling account for 65% of the typical homes energy use. That is why it is so important to have an efficient heating and cooling system. Learn more about your options to
upgrade your heating system here.
2. What is the name of the government program that is designed to acknowledge energy-efficient products?
a) Super Energy
b) Energy Star
c) Energy Guide
d) Super Star
B. ENERGY STAR® is the trusted, government-backed symbol for energy efficiency helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy-efficient products and practices. At National Home Services we proudly
install ENERGY STAR® qualified products.
3. What is the average lifespan of a furnace?
a) 5 years
b) 10 years
c) 15 years
d) 20 years
C. According to Lennox, a leading provider of high-efficiency home comfort systems, the answer is 15 years. If your furnace is more than 15 years old, consider replacing it with a new ENERGY STAR® qualified system that will be more energy efficient and can help lower utility bills. For example, a new 95% efficient dual stage furnace can save you more than $800 each year, compared with an older furnace with a 60% AFUE rating.
Click here for more information on these savings.
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