You plug in devices and appliances without a second thought, but if you live in an older home, your electrical outlets may not meet modern safety standards.
As temperatures climb and your air conditioner or heat pump works overtime, increasing utility bills may seem inevitable—but they don’t have to be.
Based on our experience at Ballard Natural Gas Service, we know you don’t have to hike your thermostat setting or simply give in to our next summer heatwave to save a few pennies on your electricity costs.
Here are 6 tips to help your AC run efficiently during extreme heat in CITY.
Spring has already delivered a few 80‑degree days across Puget Sound, forcing homeowners and surrounding areas to turn on their air conditioning units well before they normally would.
Even in the hottest month of the year, you can take steps to lower your energy consumption and electricity bills. At Ballard Natural Gas Service, we can help you find ways to save so you won’t have to sweat it out indoors this summer. By making minor strategic choices, you can net savings even in midsummer.
If your electrical panel was installed before the era of EV chargers, heat pumps, and remote workspaces, you are working with outdated technology and limited power. Upgrading to a smart electrical panel, like the SPAN system, is a smart way to manage power safely, efficiently, and with total control.
Choosing the right water heater is essential for ensuring comfort, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in your home. As a savvy homeowner, you might need to decide between tankless and traditional water heaters. Both options have advantages and disadvantages, making understanding how each best meets your household’s hot water needs is crucial. This guide, courtesy of ,…
A whole-house generator—also referred to as a standby generator—is a lifeline during a power outage. In Washington, power outages aren’t an “if” but a “when.” In fact, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, U.S. citizens experienced nearly five and a half hours of power outages in 2022. It can keep the lights on, run your…
Everyone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. Considering how to reduce your energy bills is always a great idea in the springtime. According to the US Department of Energy,…
At Ballard Natural Gas Service, we believe your home should be safe from the outdoor elements, especially when it comes to protecting your indoor air quality (IAQ). Whether you are looking for the active purification of the AirScrubber by Aerus, the needle-point ionization of the iWave-R by Nu-Calgon, a high-performance Trane CleanEffects® system, or simply…