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Low Cost Energy Saving Tips



The following tips are easily implemented and quickly pay for themselves. Click on the links or contact us for more information.

Lights:

Switch from incandescent bulbs to CFL’s.
Install motion sensors on outside lights.
Install dimmer switches on indoor lights.

Water Heater:

Feel the outside of the water heater. If it’s warm install an insulation jacket.
Insulate exposed hot-water pipes.

Reducing Water Usage:

Fix leaky faucets!
Install low flow shower heads.
Install aerators in your sink faucets.
Check the toilet tank for leaks and replace the flapper if necessary.
Replace the water cooler and get a faucet filter.

Phantom Loads:

Install outlets with switches so you can turn appliances off at the switch.
Purchase equipment with the Energy Star rating to get the lowest phantom load.

Heating and Cooling System (HVAC):

Install a programmable thermostat.
Clean or change furnace filters twice a year.
Get an HVAC tune up every two years for higher efficiency.
If you have radiators, purchase and install reflectors between the radiator and exterior walls.

Room AC:

Check the seal between your unit and the window frame, add weather-stripping or caulk if necessary.
If the unit sits in the sun part of the day install a shade cover.

Reducing the HVAC usage:

Purchase window fan units that can be temporarily installed in windows to cool the house down in the evening.
Add a radiant barrier to the underside of the roof in the attic.
Check the house for leaks and seal them with caulk and weatherstripping.
Add insulation to the attic.