Energy Management
Energy Management ENERGY STAR states the average home spends about $1900 annually on energy bills. Heating and Cooling accounts for as much as half of a home's energy consumption. One of the best tools to helping you conserver energy is keeping you informed about your usage.
Heating and Air ConditioningAccording to the US Department of Energy approximately 56% of an average home's energy usage is for its heating and air conditioning (HVAC) system. They also state that you can save around 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills by simply turning your thermostat back 10-15 degrees for eight hours. Using a programmable thermostat will reduce your home energy costs. Cabling Technologies installs Thermostats that let you automatically schedule your heating and air conditioning settings based upon the day of the week and time of day. They allow you to set back temperatures when you are not home and to warm/cool the home to your desired temperature for when you return home. We can also configure your thermostats to raise or lower the temperature of your house or room based on occupancy in conjunction with motion detectors. This is one of the most efficient ways to save energy and not waste money on areas that are rarely used. We also provide remote access to be able to monitor and control the HVAC system when you schedule changes and an adjustment needs to be made. HVAC control alone is a great energy savings answer; however it is just one.
Lighting & Circuit Control The Home Lighting Control Alliance says that dimming your lights by 25% saves 20% of the energy used and extends bulb life by 10 times and according to the U.S. Department of Energy, artificial lighting consumes almost 15% of a typical household's electricity use. Lighting control systems more than just enhances the enjoyment and value of your home, it adds security, peace of mind, and contributes to savings on your energy bill. When using Lighting Control, typically all lights are to set to 90% or less at their max, saving you money every time a light is turned on. Dim and control your home lighting by schedule, motion detection, door openings, sunrise & sunset alarm activation and more. In addition to lights, we have the ability to integrate hardwired Circuit Control Modules to be used to lock out energy consuming devices when electricity costs are high using a scheduling feature. Lighting & Circuit Control alone is a great energy savings answer; however it is just one piece of the larger energy management solution.
Cabling Technologies Corp is a proud vendor for the Eragy Home Energy Monitoring System. Learn how you use energy and take control of your electricity usage to lower your bills up to 20% or more! Eragy's smart home energy monitoring solution provides you with an affordable way to take advantage of a Control4 smart home system to monitor your energy use and reduce your energy bills. By allowing you to close- ly monitor your power consumption, Eragy empowers you to save valuable energy. Eragy's unique combination of real-time energy monitoring coupled with a Control4 smart home system gives you the best understanding of how much energy you are using before you get your bill.
How does it work?
In conjunction with an easy to install energy sensor and your Control4 system, the Eragy system monitors your energy consumption 24 x 7 and communicates this information to our secure web site. Eragy then uses the rate information from your electric utility and provide you with a host of infor- mation on your energy consumption and projected energy costs. The Eragy system gives you many ways to view this informa- tion -- on your TV, on a Control4 touch panel, or on any web enabled device -- even on your smart phone or iPad!
How much can I save?
Research has shown that real-time monitoring of your ener- gy usage can help you reduce your electric bills by 5-20% or more. The amount you save will depend on your particular house and the changes you make.
What if I am too busy to keep checking my system?
No problem. Eragy's system can provide you with a variety of alerts to let you know how much energy you are using and if you exceed your monthly budget. Won't it be nice to know how much you are spending on electricity before you get your bill?
Does my utility need to be involved?
No! Eragy gives you the power to make your own decisions regarding your energy consumption. However, many utilities offer special rates or other incentives if you do make some changes in your energy usage habits. In any case, you are always in control of your house and how you use energy.
Can I save even more?
In many cases, yes! Your Eragy Home Energy Monitoring sys- tem can be upgraded to provide even more savings. Our award- winning Intelligent Home Energy Management system has been shown to save homeowners up to 30% or more on their electric bills. And the best part is that this system works automatically -- saving you money every month!