05/01/2013

Did you know... Energy-efficient landscape plantings can reduce your heating and cooling bills for substantial energy savings. The U.S. Department of Energy’s efficiency studies show that shading under trees close to ground level can reduce surrounding air temperatures by 25 degrees compared to air temperatures above nearby blacktop paving. Whether it’s radiated heat from nearby blacktop or absorbed solar heat from roof and windows, your home’s air conditioning system will have to work overtime to keep you cool during the hot California summers.