5 Energy Saving Tips for the Summer

Summer is in Full Swing and unfortunately your energy bill is probably rising as well. According to the U.S Department of Energy, your heating and air conditioning take up about 45% of your monthly utility bill.

Here are 5 Energy Saving Tips from Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach County that will help lower your utility bill - 

1. Clean your Air Filter - Changing your A/C filter monthly keeps your A/C running more efficiently. A dirty A/C filter will have to work harder which wastes "energy". Also, a clean A/C filter will improves air quality, helping your family and guests breathe easier. 
2. Programmable Thermostat -  Do you go to work during the day? No one home ? A programmable thermostat allows you to set the temperature to rise or fall during the day when no one is home. Energy Star reports a savings of up to $180 a year through auto programming. 
3. Cover those Windows - Using blinds, shades, light / sun resistant curtains, window tint or solar screens can help reduce the solar energy entering your home by about 70%, in particularly on east / west facing windows. 
4. Shade your Air Conditioner - Tree shade is one of the most effective ways of reducing your energy bill but also increasing the curb appeal of your home. Plants and trees help reduce the amount of sun light that reaches into your home. It is important to shade your A/C unit, as this will keep your unit running efficiently by not being exposed to direct sunlight. Efficiency increases by 10% thus reducing the energy it requires to operate the A/C thus reducing your energy bill. 
5. Replace your Air Conditioner -  Your older model A/C unit may actually be costing you upwards to 50% more in comparison to a newer high energy-efficiency unit. EER or Energy-Efficiency-Ratio or Energy Star qualified air conditioners are units you want to look into when choosing air conditioner units. 

Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach County "ReStore" are non-profit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances to the public at a fraction of the retail price.

For Free Furniture Donation Pick-Up in Boca Raton or Delray Beach, Fl please call 561.455.4441 for scheduling. All donations are tax-deductible. 

Thrift Stores in Palm Beach County

ReStore of Habitat for Humanity South Palm Beach County is a treasure trove of quality home goods, furnishings, accents and electronics.

ReStores offer quality used and surplus building materials at a fraction of normal prices. Proceeds from the sales help to fund the construction of Habitat houses within South Palm Beach County.

Habitat South Palm Beach has two ReStores to serve you better:

ReStore of Delray Beach

1900 N. Federal Highway, Delray Beach, FL 33483

   
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ReStore of Boca Raton

272 S. Dixie Highway, Boca Raton, FL 33432

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Call (561) 455-4441 to schedule a free pick-up.

ReStore is making dreams come true for area families.

Our mission:

- To eliminate poverty housing in South Palm Beach County

- To provide quality products at discounted prices

- To keep valuable items out of our landfills, (we've diverted 1,487 tons since 2005)

- To recycle usable building and home improvement merchandise.

Learn more about the ReStore of Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach by visiting the website at http://www.restoreboca.com/

Consignment Shops in Boca Raton

Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a Consignment / Thrift Store in Boca Raton, FL that sells new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances at a fraction of the retail price.  

Habitat for Humanity ReStores are proudly owned and operated by local Habitat for Humanity affiliates, and proceeds are used to build homes, community, and hope locally and around the world.

Donate goods to a Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Got Stuff? We want it!
Remodeling, cleaning out, down-sizing or just getting organized? Habitat for Humanity ReStore can help you declutter your home, work space or business. We put the proceeds from selling your donations to good use by building homes and hope in your community and around the world. Though each Habitat ReStore is unique, most accept donations of household goods, furniture, appliances and building materials.

• Drop-Off Donations
• Bring your donations to your Boca Raton Humanity ReStore. Call ahead for hours of operation and donation criteria.
• Arrange a Pick-Up
• Call 561 455 4441 to arrange a pick-up of those items too big to fit in your car. Boca Raton Habitat ReStore offer free pick-up of large items.

Habitat Restore Boca Raton 272 S. Dixie Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33432 (561) 362-7284

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Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Habitat for Humanity ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials, and appliances to the public at a fraction of the retail price.  

Habitat for Humanity ReStores are proudly owned and operated by local Habitat for Humanity affiliates, and proceeds are used to build homes, community, and hope locally 
and around the world.

Shop Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Whether you are a do-it-yourselfer, homeowner, renter, landlord, contractor, interior designer, environmentalist or treasure hunter, make Habitat for Humanity ReStore your first stop when shopping for your home or next renovation project. 

The prices are great and you never know what you will find. 

Donate goods to a Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Got Stuff? We want it! 

Remodeling, cleaning out, down-sizing or just getting organized? Habitat for Humanity ReStore can help you declutter your home, work space or business. We put the proceeds from selling your donations to good use by building homes and hope in your community and around the world. Though each Habitat ReStore is unique, most accept donations of household goods, furniture, appliances and building materials.

• Drop-Off Donations
• Bring your donations to your local Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Call ahead for hours of operation and donation criteria.
• Arrange a Pick-Up
• Call your local Habitat for Humanity ReStore to learn about arranging a pick-up of those items too big to fit in your car. Most Habitat ReStores offer free pick-up of large items.

Got Lots of Stuff?

Whether your company has ten tractor trailers or 25 warehouses across the country full of items to donate, our Nationwide Procurement and Logistics Team is here to make donating as easy as possible. We can arrange one-time donations of excess stock, or establish long-term partnerships with recurring donations in different locations. We’ve handled nationwide restaurant chain remodels, going out of business events, and everything in between. Contact our Nationwide Procurement and Logistics Team to learn more.