THE SUN RISES WITH SOLAR POWER

There are several ways to defray the overall costs. One is through state and federal solar energy rebates. A list of current rebates is available through the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency. Another is by entering a net metering agreement with your utility company. When your system generates more power than you need, the excess returns to the electricity grid and your meter runs backward. This allows you to receive full retail credit for the power your system generates. How much you can potentially save on electricity depends upon many factors, including the size of the system you choose and your current retail electricity rate. We can help assess other ways to make your home more energy efficient, which is the best first step to take when switching to solar power. We tell people they really need to look at their home energy use, The more energy efficient you make your home, the less equipment you need to put on your roof.” If you’re purchasing your own solar panels, it’s best to hire a local solar contractor that specializes in solar power. The contractor will take into account many considerations, including how much energy your home uses and potential sites for the panels. The type of roof you have, which direction your home faces and even nearby trees and other shade-producing obstructions all need to be factored in as well when designing a system. It’s not just something cookie-cutter, out of the box,  Also, be sure all components carry the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) mark for quality and safety, and inquire about a truss-mounted system for roof panels — especially if you live in an area prone to severe weather. Still in need of more information- the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory. So put your plan together, go solar, and expect many sunny days in your future.

Hope to see you there!

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                 Exclusive to Homeowners in MD-DC-VA

Right in your own home, you have the power to reduce energy demand, and when you reduce demand, you cut the amount of resources, like coal and gas, needed to make energy—that means you create less greenhouse gas emissions, which keeps air cleaner for all of us… and saves on your utility bills!

Did you know that the typical U.S. family spends about $2,490 a year on home utility bills? Unfortunately, a large portion of that energy is wasted. And each year, electricity generated by fossil fuels for a single home puts more carbon dioxide into the air than two average cars. And as for the road, transportation accounts for 67% of all U.S. oil consumption. The good news is that there is a lot you can do to save energy and money at home. Start making small changes today. To cut your energy use up to 35-40%.

Energy-efficient improvements not only make your home more comfortable, they can yield long-term financial rewards. Reduce utility bills more, than make up for the higher price of energy-efficient appliances and improvements over their lifetimes. In addition your home could bring in a higher price when you sell.

Solar Heating and Cooling

Using passive solar design techniques to heat and cool your home can be both environmentally friendly and cost effective. Passive solar heating techniques include placing larger, insulated windows on south-facing walls and locating thermal mass, such as a concrete slab floor or a heat-absorbing wall, close to the windows. In many cases, your heating costs could be more than 50% lower than the cost of heating the same house that does not include passive solar design.

Passive solar design can also help reduce your cooling costs. Passive solar cooling techniques include carefully designed overhangs, windows with reflective coatings, and reflective coatings on exterior walls and the roof.

A passive solar house requires careful design and site orientation, which depend on the local climate. So, if you are considering passive solar design for new construction or a major remodeling, you should consult an architect familiar with passive solar techniques.

Solar Water Heaters

If you heat water with electricity, have high electric rates, and have an unshaded, south-facing location (such as a roof) on your property, consider installing a GMW solar water heater. The solar units are environmentally friendly and can now be installed on your roof to blend with the architecture of your house.

More than 1.5 million homes and businesses in the United States have invested in solar water heating systems, and surveys indicate that more than 94% of these customers consider the systems a good investment. Solar water heating systems are also good for the environment. Solar water heaters avoid the greenhouse gas emissions associated with electricity production. During a 20-year period, one solar water heater can avoid more than 50 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. GMW’s – ENERGY STAR label and certified by the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation.

Windows

$ Long-Term Savings Tip

• Installing,      high-performance windows will improve your home’s energy performance.      While it may take several years for new windows to pay off in energy      savings, the benefits of added comfort and improved aesthetics and      functionality may make the investment worth it to you. Many window      technologies are available that are worth considering.

Efficient windows may have two or more panes of glass, warm-edge spacers between the window panes, improved framing materials, and low-e coating(s), which are microscopically thin coatings that help keep heat inside during the winter and outside during the summer.

Cap City’s / Green Monster’s   -MAJOR WINDOW-!!

Windows -

Shopping Tips for Windows

• Look      for the label.
• Check      with local utilities to see what rebates or other financial incentives are      available for window replacement.
• High-performance      windows have at least two panes of glass and a low-e (low emissivity)      coating.
• Remember,      the lower the U-factor, the better the insulation. In colder climates,      focus on finding a low U-factor.
• Low      solar heat gain coefficients (SHGCs) reduce heat gain. In warm climates,      look for a low SHGC.
• In      temperate climates with both heating and cooling seasons, select windows      with both low U-factors and low SHGCs to maximize energy savings.
• Look      for whole-unit U-factors and SHGCs, rather than center-of-glass, or COG,      U-factors and SHGCs. Whole-unit numbers more accurately reflect the energy      performance of the entire product.
• Have      your windows installed by trained professionals. Be sure they’re installed      according to manufacturer’s instructions; otherwise, your warranty may be      void.

Request more information at info@mygreenmonster.org

A Strong Energy Portfolio for a Strong America

Energy efficiency and clean, renewable energy will mean a stronger economy, a cleaner environment, and greater energy independence for America. Working with a wide array of state, community, industry, and university partners, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy invests in a diverse portfolio of energy technologies

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Water leakage can occur at the main frame corners if not properly maintained; and if a crack appears, it should be sealed . Homeowners should be advised never to use a razor blade, putty knife, steel wool,abrasive pad or anything that may scratch the glass surface or mark  the framing. Also, a pressure washer or high-pressure sprayer should never be used to wash or rinse windows , doors or skylights, as this can dislodge seals and gaskets and damage frame components. If glass is cracked or broken, or if there is fogging between insulating glass panes, Cap City should be contacted for replacement. Battening the hatches by replacing windows, doors and skylights can in some measure help smooth a wild winter ride–

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Homeowner service requests for energy-efficient projects increased substantially year-over-year and during the first half of 2011 actually 52%, -mainly for  eShield attic insulation and Solar PV and  Solar Hot Water.

The motivating factors among those surveyed are saving on energy bills (35%), protecting the environment (25%) and improving the comfort
(23%). Energy efficiency is the top of mind as energy costs rise and new financing and incentive programs grow.

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Awareness Month

Since taking office, President Obama and his Administration have taken
unprecedented steps to build a clean energy economy in this country.  We’ve
invested over $90 billion in clean energy technology through the Recovery
Act.  We worked with the automotive industry and the environmental community
to set new tough new fuel-economy
standards and the first-ever greenhouse gas emissions standards for cars and
light trucks. And the federal government itself — one of the largest consumers
of energy in the country, is leading
by example by cutting its carbon footprint and finding creative ways to go
green.

While we have made important progress in building a clean energy economy in
this country, there is still much more work to be done.  We must continue to
invest in the wind, solar, biofuels, clean coal and other clean energy
technologies as well as energy efficiency to create jobs of the future and
compete in the global marketplace.  And we must redouble our efforts to pass
comprehensive energy legislation that reduces our dependence on foreign oil,
creates a new generation of homegrown clean energy jobs, and cuts pollution to
reduce the risks posed by climate change.

Learn
more about President Obama‘s commitment to making our nation the leader in
the clean energy economy and take a look at some of the National Energy
Awareness Month events coming up in the next week.  To learn more about these
events, check out the calendar.

Friday, October 1

• Environmental Protection Agency – Methane to Markets Partners
• Department of Energy – Thorlabs Facility Groundbreaking
• Department of Energy  – Energy and Climate Symposium at UC
  Berkeley

Monday, October 4

• Department of Energy  – National Academy of Engineering Annual Meeting
• Department of Energy  – Meeting Global Energy Demand
• Department of Energy  – UDC-National Society of Black Engineers
  Week

Tuesday October 5

• Council on Environmental Quality – Green Gov Symposium
• Department of Energy  – Technology Policy Forum: The Smart Grid Promise
• Department of Energy  – Science Breakfast of the Science Diplomat Club
• Department of Energy – UDC-National Society of Black Engineers Week
• Department of the Interior – Atlantic Wind Energy Assoc. Conference
• Department of the Interior  – The Energy Daily’s Transmission Sting
  Summit
• Department of Housing and Urban Development – Governor’s Conference on
  Housing and Sustainable Communities

Wednesday October 6

• Council on Environmental Quality – Green Gov Symposium
• Department of Energy  – Business Council for Sustainable Energy Annual
  Meeting
• Department of Energy  – UDC-National Society of Black Engineers
  Week

Thursday October 7

• Council on Environmental Quality – Green Gov Symposium
• Council on Environmental Quality  – GreenGov Awards Ceremony
• Department of Energy  – Purdue Hawkins lecture
• Department of Energy  – Great Minds in STEM Conference
• Department of Energy  – UDC-National Society of Black Engineers
  Week

Friday October 8

• Department of Energy  – Estar Award Presentation
• Department of Energy  – Engineers for a Sustainable World conference
• Department of Energy  – Great Minds in STEM Conference
• Department of Energy  – UDC-National Society of Black Engineers Week
• Environmental Protection Agency  – Utah Energy Star Summit
• Environmental Protection Agency  – Change the World, Start with Energy Star™
  Campaign Exhibit House

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Cap City Home Remodeling Company  and Green Monster World will be participating in the  Maryland Home & Garden Show this weekend in Timonium, MD.  Please visit our booth to see our replacement windows, MAJOR WINDOWS, Solar, Solar Hot Water, eShield of Maryland, siding, attic insulation Guaranteed Energy Saving-w Green Monster World Division.

Learn more about our award-winning customer service.  Cap City windows qualify for the tax credit.  Our Green Monster Package pays you.  Our vinyl siding and vinyl windows will insulate your home and block up to 50+% more noise than regular windows or siding.  You will increase the curb appeal of your home with a new, sliding glass door.  Visit our booth for details.

Admission is $9.00 Adults   

                           $7.00 Seniors (62+)

                            $3.00 Child 6-12

                            under 6  “Free”  (active miltary, police,fire employees w ID)

The show location is as follows:

Timonium Fairgrounds

Show hours are as follows:

Friday,      October 14, 2011      10:00 AM  –6:00 PM
Saturday, October 15, 2011       10:00 AM –9:00 PM

Sunday,    October 16,2011       10:00 AM -6:00 PM

Over the past 25 years, Cap City Home Remodeling Company has become the mid-Atlantic’s premier home improvement replacement products company.  Windows and eShield, Solar, Attic insulation, vinyl siding – custom-manufactured, installed and serviced in Bethesda, Maryland.

Cap City knows that our customers want replacement home improvement products that beautify their home, increase their home value and return on investment, save them money in energy costs, and will incur no additional maintenance or costs in the long run.
We pledge to give you the best product on the market today, the best price possible, the best installation, the best customer service and most of all our best effort every day to keep our family of customers happy.

www.GreenMonsterWorld.com

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As the founder of Cap City, I often revisit our company’s foundation and the reason for existence.  With countless places to buy windows and siding in Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC, why choose our company?

In essence, what sets us apart from other companies offering similar window and siding products and services?

To answer these questions, one must have an understanding of the landscape of window and siding suppliers in the Baltimore and Washington area. Homeowners have countless options when it comes to purchasing windows and siding – a fact that becomes painfully obvious as we listen to all types of radio, print, television and online advertisements. However, customers – the actual homeowners – do not have access to as much information or details as is necessary to make a well-informed purchasing decision. Window and Siding industry statistics traditionally yield a high percentage of buyer’s remorse. For example, more than 40% of new homeowners are unhappy with their windows! In my opinion, this undoubtedly equates to a genuine need for a window and siding company whose top focus involves educating the customer and providing a solid, comprehensive post-sales support system.

The Making of a Customer-Focuses Window and Siding Company

With twenty five years of window and siding experience, our company not only has the information necessary , but we pride ourselves on providing and sharing that important information with the consumer. When I started Cap City, educating consumers was my top priority. Today, it continues to be one of the components that set Cap City apart from the competition. We provide more than basic information on window and siding products for consumers by offering an in-depth educational experience. Personally, I truly believe that focusing on the customer experience results in a much higher level of satisfaction.

Cap City offers products and services to a variety of homeowners. Each project is unique, and we believe there should not be a cookie cutter approach to the buying experience.

Considerations When Purchasing Windows and Siding

Price and availability for windows and siding are often of secondary importance to various benefits, features, and options. The general public knows little about the explosion of options made available over the past ten years for windows and siding.  Cap City includes accompanying spec-sheets so customers are fully aware of all product options available when they place an order. Knowing what window and siding options are available ensures our customers make a well-informed decision.  You will never hear one of our customers say “I didn’t know that option was available…”

After making their purchase, customers often wonder who they should contact with regard to questions about their window and siding installation, or for warranty claims, or even how to properly operate the locking system of their new door, windows or siding.  At many window and siding companies, there is simply no contact or follow up to help assist customers with these important items.  It’s why people get buyer’s remorse!  This is where the Cap City experience really stands out. With dedicated in-house window and siding field technicians and a dedicated service manager to oversee warranty and service inquiries, our customers can rest assured that they have chosen to work with a company that goes above and beyond. The best window in the world isn’t worth a dime if a customer cannot have it serviced when is broken or in need of repair.

The internet is full of negative reviews on websites regarding poor window service and dissatisfaction with window and siding products. This is largely due to lack of response to customers in need of service and support. The distribution network for most window and siding brands does not include convenient, reliable support systems for warranties and servicing. At Cap City, we go the extra mile to ensure our customers receive the best in customer support from start to finish.

I guarantee it.

Mitchell LaBorwit

CEO

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Our sun, is without a doubt, one of the most awesome sources in our known universe. How we can harness the sun’s immense power to help reduce our dependence on fossil fuels that are harming our environment.  

Thanks to leading scientists, we now have the technology and knowledge to harness the sun’s awesome power. So how can we use the sun’s energy to power our homes or, better yet, even the smaller items like our water heaters? Well here at greenmonster, we’ve taken a deep look into the available options for households and determined which technologies work best for homes across the nation. Let’s discuss some options : 

 PHOTOVOLTAIC :

Photo-vol-taic is a method of generating electrical power by converting solar radiation into direct current electricity using semiconductors that exhibit the photovoltaic effect. In fact, as of 2011, photovoltaic generates electricity in more than 100 countries worldwide and is the fastest growing power-generation technology in the world.

SOLAR THERMAL :

Solar thermal energy, or STE, is a technology for harnessing solar energy for thermal energy (heat). Solar thermal collectors are classified by the U.S. Energy Information Administration as low, medium, or high temperature collectors. In the United States alone, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems account for over 25 percent of the energy used in commercial buildings and nearly half of the energy used in residential buildings. Solar heating, cooling, and ventilation technologies can be used to offset a portion of this energy. This is why we recommend using this technology for residential – it allows for collecting thermal energy and using it to heat your water for showers, cooking, washing, etc. Rather than using conventional fossil fuels to heat your water, which ends up costing you, the homeowner, a monthly fee (check your utility bill), you can install a solar water heater that uses the sun to heat the water.

“Don’t want big goofy looking panels on your roof.” I don’t blame you!  Times have changed and so have the panel options. Go w ith very  low-profile 3ft. by 7ft. solar panel units that are positioned to gather the optimal amount of solar energy. This way you can still have a great looking house that is eco-friendly and still keep the outside look you desire.

 If you have any questions or are seeking more information please  contact GreenMonster. We have Energy Consultants ready to assist you with all your energy consulting needs.

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 Discount Code -GMW2011 (call for more details-new orders only)

Tagged in: Windows, Baltimore County, MD siding, Cap City Energy Solutions, Green Monster World, Sliding Glass Door, eShield Replacement windows , radiant barrier, Free Home Show Tickets,   

Cap City Home Remodeling Company  and Green Monster World will be participating in the Senior Expo Maryland Home Show this weekend in Timonium, MD.  Please visit our booth to see our replacement windows, MAJOR WINDOWS, Solar, Solar Hot Water, eShield of Maryland, siding, attic insulation- Guaranteed Energy Saving-w Green Monster World Division.   

 Learn more about our award winning customer service.  Cap City windows qualify for the tax credit.  Our Green Monster Package pays you.  Our vinyl siding and vinyl windows will insulate your home and block up to 50+% more noise than regular windows or siding.  You will increase the curb appeal of your home with a new, sliding glass door.  Visit our booth for details.

Admission is free!   

The show location is as follows:

Timonium Fairgrounds

Show hours are as follows:

Wednesday, October 5, 2011   9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 6, 2011        9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Over the past 25 years, Cap City Home Remodeling Company has become the mid-Atlantic’s premier home improvement replacement products company.  Windows and eShield, Solar, Attic insulation, vinyl siding – custom-manufactured, installed and serviced from  in Bethesda, Maryland. 

Cap City knows that our customers want replacement home improvement products that beautify their home, increase their home value and return on investment, save them money in energy costs, and will incur no additional maintenance or costs in the long run.
We pledge to give you the best product on the market today, the best price possible, the best installation, the best customer service and most of all our best effort every day to keep our family of customers happy.

www.GreenMonsterWorld.com

www.CapCityHome.com

301 770-3220         “NO MORE NAKED ROOFS”