Save A Few Cooling $
August 6th, 2008 Categories: Home Fixin's, Findings and Planting
The Department of Energy suggest three things that one can do to save $ on summer cooling and winter heating.
The first of the three is to install a programmable thermostat and use it to automatically keep your home temperature while at work. Allow 10-15 degrees adjustment for day time application. This simple step could save about 10% a year on your heating and air-conditioning throughout the year.
The second recommendation is to install light colored blinds on the windows and keep them pulled during the day. This will reflect the heat outside, thus keeping the cool air inside.
The last recommendation is to check for leaks along the door, windows. Seal the leaks with caulk, insulation or weather stripping.
For additional hints regarding energy saving tips go to: www.eere.energy.gov/consumer.
Source for this article: Wall Street Journal; Wednesday, August 6, 2008; “Quick Fix” by Beth DeCarbo.
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