HVAC (Heating and Air Conditioning) tips for saving energy - Install a programmable thermostat - this will help save energy by allowing you to regulate the temperature when you are not home. - Lower/raise your thermostat setting by 2 degrees - don't freeze yourself, but lowering the temp by just 2 degrees can save a lot of energy. - Make sure all your HVAC ducts are well sealed and insulated - Add insulation to your attic and/or crawl space - Check your doors and windows for large air leaks and seal them - this can be an easy one, but can really save a lot of energy. Sealing that one big crack could make your house much more energy efficient. Hot Water Heater tips for saving energy - Use cold water to wash your clothes - Try this one out and see if your clothes don't come out just as clean. - Install more efficient shower heads (less hot water saves energy, but will also help to save water) - Put insulation around your water heater - easy to do and the energy savings can last for years. - Lower your water temperature in your water heater to 120 degrees F - any hotter is really too hot. |
