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MyGreenKC ☘️ Insulation increases your Home’s Comfort in 2023

Are you tired of high energy bills and drafty rooms? It may be time to consider an energy audit and attic insulation for your home. Here are five reasons why this is a smart investment:

1. Save money on energy costs: An energy audit will identify areas where your home is losing energy and suggest ways to improve efficiency. Attic insulation is a simple and effective way to reduce heat loss in the winter and keep your home cooler in the summer, which can significantly lower your energy bills.
2. Improve comfort: An energy-efficient home is a more comfortable home. With proper insulation and sealing, you’ll be able to maintain a consistent temperature and reduce drafts, making your home more comfortable year-round.
3. Protect the environment: By using less energy, you’ll be doing your part to reduce your carbon footprint and protect the environment.
4. Increase the value of your home: Energy-efficient improvements are attractive to potential buyers, and an energy audit and insulation can increase the value of your home.
5. Get peace of mind: An energy audit and insulation will give you peace of mind knowing that you are taking steps to save money and protect your home.

The Top 5 Benefits of Energy Audits

1. Reduced Energy Bills: One of the most immediate and tangible benefits of an energy audit is the potential for reduced monthly utility bills. By identifying and rectifying areas where energy is wasted, homeowners and businesses can save significant amounts over the course of a year.
2. Increased Property Value: Homes and buildings that have been optimized for energy efficiency can be more attractive to potential buyers or renters. They recognize the long-term savings and environmental benefits of a well-insulated, energy-efficient property.
3. Environmental Responsibility: Energy audits not only benefit the pocketbook but also the planet. By consuming less power, we reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier environment.
4. Improved Comfort: An energy-efficient home or building often translates to more consistent indoor temperatures and fewer drafts. This can lead to enhanced comfort, especially during extreme weather conditions.
5. Health and Safety: By conducting an energy audit, potential safety issues, such as poor ventilation or gas leaks, can be identified and rectified. This ensures a safer living or working environment for occupants.

Energy Joke:
Why did the energy auditor break up with the light bulb? Because she wasn’t very bright!

Highlighting MyGreenKC®️ Energy Audits and MyGreenKC ☘️ Insulation:

For nearly 15 years, MyGreenKC®️ Energy Audits and MyGreenKC ☘️ Insulation have been at the forefront of promoting energy efficiency in the local community. With thousands of satisfied customers, they’ve made a significant impact by helping residents and businesses save on energy costs and reduce their environmental footprint. If you’re looking for trusted experts in the field, consider partnering with MyGreenKC for your energy and insulation needs.

I hope this helps! Don’t wait any longer to start saving money and improving your home’s comfort. Contact a professional today to schedule an energy audit and discuss the benefits of attic insulation.

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In the landscape of evolving energy consumption, the pioneering efforts of MyGreenKC Insulation are poised to shape a sustainable future. With a steadfast focus on energy audits, insulation, and air sealing, MyGreenKC Insulation, a local small business with a legacy of 15 years, is committed to helping homeowners embrace energy-efficient practices. This comprehensive guide delves into the intricate world of time-of-use electric rates introduced by Evergy, the utility company, while highlighting the crucial role played by MyGreenKC Insulation in promoting energy savings and environmental responsibility. In the news – 

Understanding Time-of-Use Electric Rates and Evergy’s Transition:
As Evergy shifts towards time-of-use electric rates, the traditional model of fixed-rate billing is being redefined. This innovative approach tailors electricity costs to peak and off-peak hours, encouraging consumers to adjust their energy consumption patterns for optimal efficiency.

The Billing Paradigm:
Kilowatt-hours (kWh) serve as the universal currency of energy consumption. The billing process quantifies your energy usage in kWh and subsequently translates it into costs. This approach ensures that you’re billed precisely for the energy you use, underlining the importance of conservation and efficient energy practices. KCLP started using these meters to years ago KCPL Original time of use.

Understanding Peak Demand:
Peak demand is a critical concept influencing energy consumption. It refers to the period when electricity consumption reaches its zenith, often coinciding with times of heightened activity. The timeframe from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays is emblematic of peak demand due to a confluence of factors.

1. Residential Activity: These hours encompass the time when families return home, engaging in activities like cooking, entertainment, and lighting, which intensify the demand for electricity.
2. Temperature Regulation: Whether battling sweltering heat or frigid cold, this period witnesses a spike in air conditioning and heating usage, contributing to increased energy consumption.
3. Commercial and Industrial Demands: Commercial and industrial operations continue during these hours, further straining the energy grid.

MyGreenKC Insulation’s Role in Energy Efficiency:
MyGreenKC Insulation emerges as a local champion in the pursuit of energy efficiency. The trifecta of energy audits, insulation services, and air sealing forms the cornerstone of their mission, offering homeowners the tools to navigate Evergy’s transition while embracing greener living.

Energy Audits: Unveiling Insights:
MyGreenKC Insulation’s energy audits empower homeowners with a comprehensive view of their energy usage patterns. This knowledge enables informed decisions about energy-efficient appliances and practices, ultimately reducing consumption during peak hours.

Insulation Services: A Pillar of Savings:
MyGreenKC Insulation’s insulation services unlock a world of benefits. By optimizing your home’s insulation, you’re creating a barrier that minimizes temperature exchange. This translates to reduced reliance on heating and cooling systems during peak demand, driving down energy costs and amplifying savings.

Air Sealing: Fortifying Efficiency:
The air-sealing program offered by MyGreenKC Insulation is another testament to their commitment. By sealing gaps and crevices in your home’s structure, you prevent energy loss due to drafts and leaks. This results in a more stable indoor environment, reducing the need for intensive heating or cooling during peak hours.

Navigating the Transition:
While Evergy’s transition to time-of-use electric rates might raise concerns, there’s a silver lining. MyGreenKC Insulation offers a beacon of hope, aligning with the principles of energy efficiency and sustainability. By tapping into insulation rebates, energy audits, and air-sealing initiatives, homeowners can not only mitigate the effects of peak demand but also contribute to a more eco-conscious and cost-effective lifestyle.

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The KCPL rebate for windows and insulation is back for their Missouri customers! April 1, 2016 is the launch date of the new KCPL rebate for energy efficiency home improvements. We are scheduling energy audits now for the week of April 4.  Make your home more comfortable and lower utility bills at the same time.

Don’t be fooled! Only an Authorized Trade Ally of KCP&L can offer this rebate. The Missouri  Public Service Commission  issues order in KCP&L GMO rate case; energy efficiency options can help consumers reduce costs. This filling is set to last for 3 years. It’s also interesting they rejected increased monthly fixed cost.

We have a limited availability for a few audits on April Fool’s day  to get that scheduled asap we will offer existing customers a 99$ audit on April 1. Our standard price is $499. A $399 audit is available for customers under 2000 sf of conditioned area, we measure :).

Some new Window and HVAC customers can receive an instant rebate and be eligible for a $99  Audit for this new 2016 program. *Rebate reassignment available at our sole discretion.

Pre and Post bower door, energy savings modeling, health and safety testing including carbon monoxide. Additional services available . We are qualified for the Missouri state tax deduction.

Call us today we are filling up fast, 816.301.4448

New KCPL rebate incentives include:

Note : A Comprehensive Home Energy Audit is required to get any bonus or KCPL rebates for building improvements.

• $750 in window rebates.
• $500 for attic insulation.
• $500 for a heat pump water heater!
• $400 for an Air conditioner.
• $300 for sealing.
• $150 for wall insulation.
• Up to $2250 for Geothermal with desuperheater.
• Up to $1200 for a heat pump
• Up to $300 in bonus for doing combinations
• Up to $200 air conditioner and heat pump rebates with an energy Audit and Air sealing
• starting at $300 Minisplit

Heat pump and Air conditioner rebates require a permit

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Start saving money today!  Temperatures are dropping, which means utility bills are going up.  Now is a good time to have an Energy Audit preformed on your home to help start saving money.   Not only can we help you find out how well your home is sealed; you can also find out how energy efficient your appliances are.  Our certified Energy Auditors are dedicated to helping the community lower their energy bills.

Can’t afford an Energy Audit after Christmas spending?  BPU is offering its Kansas City customers an opportunity to receive an Energy Audit at a fraction of the cost.  With the upfront cost of $50, you will receive a whole house Energy Audit.  If any of the suggested improvements are completed within 90 days of the audit, BPU will reimburse the upfront fee.  On average an Energy Audit can cost up to $400, that is a savings of close to 88%!  This Energy Audit includes the following:

• Infrared Testing to help show areas where conditioned air is leaking.
• Blower Door testing to identify leaks in the home.
• Appliance CO testing.
• Detailed report stating issues in the home, as well a prioritized list of suggested improvements.

Let us help you start saving money right away.

With a detailed report our company can help you prioritize improvements on your home to obtain the maximum savings possible.  Example, by simply replacing your existing furnace you could save you hundreds each year.  Yes the upfront cost might be intimidating, but our company can help show you how over time you would be saving hundreds.  There are also financing options for customers to perform the improvements without the upfront costs.

Being able to save money every month on your utilities, means more money in your pocket.

Let us at Green Improvement Consulting help put more money back into your pocket.  Contact GIC today to set up your audit.  Call 816-301-4448 or email us at info@mygreenkc.com.

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Go green with a tablet this Black Friday.  Not only are there plenty of deals out there that will save you money on your tablet purchase but it will also save you (or the gift recipient) energy down the road.  You may not realize it but if you are going to go high tech the greenest option is a tablet.  Tablets consume between 10-25 watts while laptops consumer around 62 and desktop PCs consume a whopping average of 185 watts.  Gaming consoles come in close behind the desktop PC consuming an average of 180 watts depending on the game system.

Along with using the least amount of energy to operate here are some other reasons tablets beat out other tech devices:

• Portable: Tablets are super portable. Throw them in your purse, bag or carry on luggage. Their size allows you to take them anywhere.
• Apps: You can do just about anything on a tablet you can on a PC or game console. Downloads thousands of gaming apps. With the use of a wireless bluetooth keyboard you can turn your tablet into a laptop.
• Education: Want to know you can be even greener? There are hundreds of apps that will educate you on topics such as which lightbulbs will save you the most energy to what appliances in your home use the most energy. Check out The Alliance to Save Energy’s list of Top 10 Energy Efficiency Apps.
• Affordable: Depending on what you plan on using your tablet for you can get them for as little as $40. Micro Center is offering the Azpen Innovation A727 Tablet for $39.99. This tablet is great for the casual user or child.

We love technology that is affordable, portable and will make your life more organized. In addition, tablets are user-friendly. They make a great gift for children and even grandparents. Use it store family photos, download books, connect to Netflix and much, much more.

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Your last grocery bill may have been hefty as you  prepare for your upcoming Thanksgiving feast. By following this quick tip you can be sure to save money and energy this Thanksgiving on your upcoming heating bill.

As you prepare for your family Thanksgiving dinner you may want to consider turning down your thermostat before guests arrive. With all your extended family members crowded into your house the “people load” will be raising the temperature inside your home. To ensure money is saved and your guests are comfortable turn your thermostat down a couple degrees.

Fifteen people generate enough heat to require a half ton cooling load in order to maintain the current level of comfort. So if you are having a large gathering this Thanksgiving with 25+ guests this would mean nearly a ton or more of cooling is required to maintain comfort levels in the home. It is best to turn down the thermostat before guests arrive so the room does not get overheated, but rather becomes more comfortable as guests begin to fill the house in anticipation of Grandma’s famous pumpkin pie.

It may sound strange, but your body temperature actually can rise up to 2 degrees after you’ve eaten. As your metabolic rate increases so does your body temperature. So not only will people be all nice and warm because there is so much body heat present, but they will also feel warmer after they’ve eaten.

In addition,  the oven and stove will also be contributing to the heat load. Take into account the heat the oven and stove will be producing and further lower the thermostat.

If you forget to turn down your heat and find that all of a sudden guests are starting to vocalize they are uncomfortably warm do not turn on your air conditioning. The switch from heating to cooling in these extreme temperatures could harm your HVAC system. Instead crack a window.

This Thanksgiving while you are enjoying time with your family remember that you can also make sure they are comfortable while saving money and energy. Just one more thing to be thankful for! For more information on how you can save year-round visit our website.

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Picture courtesy of Luke Smith, owner. Taken at yesterday’s shut out Game 6.

If you’re looking to get your fix of Hunter Pence jabs visit a newly created website gohomehunterpence.com. You can submit your own or browse a plethora of trash talk on Kansas City’s least favorite baseball player.

If you are headed to Game 7 tonight and see these cool cats make sure you say hello! Our very own Brad Whitford ran into the famous Rally Cats at his last World Series experience during Game 1.

To celebrate the Kansas City Royals victory we will take 10% off any insulation install through the end of next week if you mention “Being Royal.”

*offer good if Royals win.

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RESOLUTION NO. 140811
Declaring October, 2014 as Energy Awareness Month in Kansas City, Missouri.
WHEREAS, there is an urgent need to address our growing energy and
environmental needs across the world and we need energy policies that promote
environmental sustainability and economic growth; and
WHEREAS, one program supporting these efforts is a presidential proclamation
issued in 1991 to make October Energy Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, for 19 years, non-profit organizations, large and small businesses,
government organizations, and concerned citizens have celebrated this month with
activities and actions to promote public understanding of our energy needs and ways to
reduce the amount of energy we consume in our everyday lives; and
WHEREAS, locally the Midwest Home Performance with ENERGY STAR®
(HPwES) program which is a partnership of the Metropolitan Energy Center, KCP&L,
and the former Missouri Gas Energy, now owned by LaClede Gas Company; and
WHEREAS, the Midwest Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® program
issues annual Century Club Awards that, in 2014, recognizes Energy Efficient Home
Services (Erik Henson); Green CAT Services (Rob Jones); Green Improvement
Consulting (Luke Smith); The Hayes Company (Jeff Classen); Smart Energy Solutions
(Janin Carlson); Star Energy Consultants, LLC (Ben Meyer); each having completed
energy efficiency improvements of at least 100 buildings in Kansas City; and
WHEREAS, our City benefits from decreased indoor health and safety problems,
decreased energy use, and the resultant monthly utility bills; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor and Council hereby declare October, 2014 as Energy Awareness
Month in Kansas City, Missouri; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread upon the Minutes
of the Council in testimony thereof and that a copy hereof be presented to the Century
Award recipients for their important contributions to the environment and sustainability
in our city and country and congratulate and encourage their efforts.

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