Adorable Devonshire cottage. Light filled with fresh neutral paint and refinished hardwoods.
Monday, August 15, 2011
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Energy Conservation
ERCOT (The Electrical Reliability Council of Texas) is encouraging Texans to conserve their electricity use through the next few days, as peak temperatures and energy demand occur throughout the state.
“We are requesting that consumers and businesses reduce their electricity use during peak electricity hours from 3 to 7 p.m. today, particularly between 4 and 5 p.m. when we expect to hit another peak demand record,” said Kent Saathoff, vice president of system planning and operations. “We do not know at this time if additional emergency steps will be needed.”
For more information, see Aug. 1 news releases:
http://www.ercot.com/news/press_releases/show/403
http://www.ercot.com/news/press_releases/show/407
The Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) procedures are a progressive series of steps that allow ERCOT to bring on power from other grids if available, beginning with a Power Watch (Energy Emergency Alert Level 1).
If the situation does not improve, ERCOT escalates to a Power Warning (Energy Emergency Alert Level 2), allowing operators to drop large commercial/industrial load resources under contract to be interrupted during an emergency.
If the capacity shortage is not relieved by the contract demand response, ERCOT escalates to a Power Emergency (Energy Emergency Alert Level 3) and will instruct utilities to reduce demand on the grid by conducting temporary outages at the local distribution level. These controlled temporary interruptions of electrical service - or rotating outages - typically last 15-45 minutes before being rotated to a different neighborhood.
Consumers should contact the utility company/ transmission provider listed on their electric bill for information about power outages at their homes or business, or about rotating outage procedures for their area.
Conservation Tips
Consumers can help by shutting off unnecessary lights and electrical appliances between 3 and 7 p.m., and delaying laundry and other activities requiring electricity-consuming appliances until later in the evening. Other conservation tips from the Public Utility Commission’s “Powerful Advice” include:
Turn off all unnecessary lights, appliances, and electronic equipment.
When at home, close blinds and drapes that get direct sun, set air conditioning thermostats to 78 degrees or higher, and use fans in occupied rooms to feel cooler.
When away from home, set air conditioning thermostats to 85 degrees and turn all fans off before you leave. Block the sun by closing blinds or drapes on windows that will get direct sun.
Do not use your dishwasher, laundry equipment, hair dryers, coffee makers, or other home appliances during the peak hours of 3 to 7 p.m.
Avoid opening refrigerators or freezers more than necessary.
Use microwaves for cooking instead of an electric range or oven.
Set your pool pump to run in the early morning or evening instead of the afternoon.
Businesses should minimize the use of electric lighting and electricity-consuming equipment as much as possible. Large consumers of electricity should consider shutting down or reducing non-essential production processes.
“We are requesting that consumers and businesses reduce their electricity use during peak electricity hours from 3 to 7 p.m. today, particularly between 4 and 5 p.m. when we expect to hit another peak demand record,” said Kent Saathoff, vice president of system planning and operations. “We do not know at this time if additional emergency steps will be needed.”
For more information, see Aug. 1 news releases:
http://www.ercot.com/news/press_releases/show/403
http://www.ercot.com/news/press_releases/show/407
The Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) procedures are a progressive series of steps that allow ERCOT to bring on power from other grids if available, beginning with a Power Watch (Energy Emergency Alert Level 1).
If the situation does not improve, ERCOT escalates to a Power Warning (Energy Emergency Alert Level 2), allowing operators to drop large commercial/industrial load resources under contract to be interrupted during an emergency.
If the capacity shortage is not relieved by the contract demand response, ERCOT escalates to a Power Emergency (Energy Emergency Alert Level 3) and will instruct utilities to reduce demand on the grid by conducting temporary outages at the local distribution level. These controlled temporary interruptions of electrical service - or rotating outages - typically last 15-45 minutes before being rotated to a different neighborhood.
Consumers should contact the utility company/ transmission provider listed on their electric bill for information about power outages at their homes or business, or about rotating outage procedures for their area.
Conservation Tips
Consumers can help by shutting off unnecessary lights and electrical appliances between 3 and 7 p.m., and delaying laundry and other activities requiring electricity-consuming appliances until later in the evening. Other conservation tips from the Public Utility Commission’s “Powerful Advice” include:
Turn off all unnecessary lights, appliances, and electronic equipment.
When at home, close blinds and drapes that get direct sun, set air conditioning thermostats to 78 degrees or higher, and use fans in occupied rooms to feel cooler.
When away from home, set air conditioning thermostats to 85 degrees and turn all fans off before you leave. Block the sun by closing blinds or drapes on windows that will get direct sun.
Do not use your dishwasher, laundry equipment, hair dryers, coffee makers, or other home appliances during the peak hours of 3 to 7 p.m.
Avoid opening refrigerators or freezers more than necessary.
Use microwaves for cooking instead of an electric range or oven.
Set your pool pump to run in the early morning or evening instead of the afternoon.
Businesses should minimize the use of electric lighting and electricity-consuming equipment as much as possible. Large consumers of electricity should consider shutting down or reducing non-essential production processes.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Hotter Than Hell in The Big D
Ahhh...Dallas! Where we actually have runs named Hotter Than Hell that people voluntarily run in mid July here! CRAZY PEOPLE that is!
So since we are going on 12 consecutive days of 100+ temps...how about some pool action?
So since we are going on 12 consecutive days of 100+ temps...how about some pool action?
6131 Stefani offered by Kay Weeks at: $696,000 has a good looking one!
If you have a bit of a larger budget Kay is also offering 5834 Park Ln at: $2,995,000
Sandy Donsky is offering: 6902 Echo Bluff at: $318,500
Then again, if you don't have a budget...and would just rather have the ocean, Laura Crowl and David Figueroa are offering 1 Blackbird Caye, Belize at $35,000,000. They actually have a few of these properties available...so Mark, Dirk, Terry, Kidd, Chandler, Barea, and Marion...you could each have your own! You did after all win The Championship this year and I think this might just beat a Trip to Disney!
These are just a few properties currently offered by Ebby Halliday, REALTORS that have pools! If you are interested in a property with a pool for lease or sale...shoot me a note or give me a call! Here to help...and then come swim at your place!
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Favorite Home Of The Day - 5736 Southwestern
This home is offered at $375,000 by Bill Zeman. He and I work together at Ebby's Little White House! It is a fantastic 2 bed 2 bath in Devonshire that I would love to show you, your family and friends.
It is move in ready too!
It has a beautiful open kitchen and the main living area as well as master bedroom have vaulted ceilings giving the rooms more height.
There is a second living area that is not included in the photos. It is currently being used as a study/living area. It could easily accommodate a pull out sofa for out of town guests. It even has a closet!
Who wouldn't want to enjoy a nice evening out by the fire pit or grill with a glass of wine? Perhaps you might even want to add a pool!
Friday, July 8, 2011
Greenville Avenue
Greenville Avenue is known for its unique specialty shops, restaurants and nightlife. Retail and residential have co-existed in this pocket neighborhood on the fringes of downtown Dallas for many years, and have maintained their values through many market trends. Situated along the "M" streets in Dallas, Greenville Avenue area's blend of ethnicity and urban living attracts buyers who enjoy older renovated homes in a metropolitan area.
Best on Greenville According to me:
Best Sandwich: The Corner Market
Best Cupcake: Society Bakery
Best Tex/Mex: Blue Goose
Best Breakfast: Cafe Brazil
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
A Few Summer Tips!
| Now is a good time to have your AC units checked and make sure the drain lines on the drip pans are unstopped- this prevent a Water Loss issue along with secondary damage. If you need the name and information on trusted AC Companies, let me know and I will gladly provide some to you. Turn off your water at the street while on Vacation to avoid any leaking issues while you are gone. While on vacation do not turn your AC united off (to save on electricity) as this will cause all wood products in your home to expand, swell, and crack. |
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