Energy Saving Tips

• Windows and Doors: Holes in windows and doors allow conditioned air to leak and outdoor air to infiltrate. Caulk around windows and doors. Also caulk areas where plumbing lines or electrical wiring extend to the exterior of home.
  
• Floor and Wall Insulation: Insulation acts as a barrier to heat and helps keep homes cooler in summer and warmer in winter-all while using less energy. Make sure insulation is used at gaps around attic stairway or over attic access door
  
• Shedding a Little Light on a Simple Solution: Replace traditional incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescents which typically use up to 75% less energy
  
• Appliances and HVAC Systems: Change HVAC filters regularly and consider upgrading older appliances to take advantage of newer more efficient designs
  
• Buy a Programmable Thermostat: An energy-saving step that can have a positive and noticeable impact right away. Easily installed, programmable thermostats can be adjusted as the weather changes. For every degree a thermostat is set back, homeowners may realize a 1-3% savings on heating or cooling bills