Red Door Rentals

Great weekend. More and more of our students are moving in this weekend finding updates to their apartments. Welcome home!

Another awesome win for the PC Friars tonight! We'll be cheering for them in round 3 of the NIT!

PC vs. UConn tonight! Let's go Friars!

On behalf of all at Red Door Rentals, I hope everyone had a wonderful and safe Christmas!

Did you know that an average of 12% of a home’s electricity goes to lighting? Though they may be a few more dollars at the store counter, switching over from old incandescent light bulbs to the energy efficient fluorescent bulbs (yup, the swirly ones) can cut your lighting energy bill by 75%.


http://realestate.msn.com/energy-efficient-light-bulbs-how-much-do-you-really-save

Energy-efficient light bulbs: How much do you really save? - MSN Real Estate What's the return on investment for installing energy-efficient lighting, such as halogen, compact fluorescent and LED light bulbs? Here's how to find out.

Did you know a fully stocked fridge can actually save money on your electric bill? When there’s more food, the fridge doesn’t have to use as much energy to keep things cool!

Using a "roommate shopping schedule” can be a fair and easy way for your house to keep track of what you need before you run out. Once you buy it, cross your name off! (Want one without the names? Let us know and we’ll e-mail it!)

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Check out WaterFire tomorrow night! (Sunset at 6:56 PM!)

http://waterfire.org/

WaterFire Providence WaterFire Providence® is an independent, non-profit arts organization whose mission is to inspire Providence and its visitors by revitalizing the urban experience, fostering community engagement and creatively transforming the city by presenting WaterFire for all to enjoy. This award-winning sculpt...

So great to have all the students back in Providence! Welcome home and happy moving!

Did you know that one mini-fridge can add around $60 to your electric bill each year? Four mini-fridges = an extra $240 a year. Good thing all of our houses have spacious refrigerators for housemates share!

Tips From Your Friendly Landlord: Utilizing your microwave is actually the most energy efficient way to cook and uses two-thirds less energy than your stove! Save on your utilities bills and break out those microwave cookbooks for the Collegiate chef!

Did you know you can use natural ventilation techniques to keep your house cool without using AC? Open your windows when it cools off at night; when you wake up in the morning, shut the windows and blinds to capture the cool air!

http://www.energysavers.gov/your_home/space_heating_cooling/index.cfm/mytopic=12354

Energy Savers: Natural Ventilation Natural ventilation relies on the wind and the "chimney effect" to keep a home cool. Natural ventilation works best in climates with cool nights and regular breezes.