I honestly didn’t know what I was in for when I moved to the South.
It wasn’t exactly because I wanted to live in a different area, I didn’t want to leave family and friends behind.
It was because I was offered a huge promotion that I couldn’t pass up. Of course, it was contingent upon me moving down to the South, and so I packed up my bags and went. I ended up getting a rental house which wasn’t too bad. The thing is, I had to learn the hard way about using the heat pump during the first summer season. It became so hot and I kept adjusting the temperature control to what I thought was a reasonable setting. When I saw the energy bills for the first month of the summer, I was stunned. It was way too expensive and I realized I had to focus on energy saving tips if living in this new place was going to be worth it! I ended up investing in a smart thermostat which saves me a ton, and I also started cooking most of my meals outdoors by grilling or I would go out to eat with buddies. I would keep my AC set to minimal settings when I was away and I learned how important regular HVAC maintenance and care is. I would say these days, the winter season is my favorite because the temperatures are so nice, and I love it when it gets a little bit cold at times, it reminds me of home a little bit.