Use Timers Instead of Leaving Lights On
If you don't like coming home to a dark house in the short days of the winter, save energy by using timers, motion detectors, and daylight... Read More
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Place Your Room Air Conditioner Properly
If the thermostat of your unit is near electronics or appliances that produce heat, it will read higher than it should. Put the unit in a shaded... Read More -
If You Use a Space Heater, Be Safe!
Old or improperly used space heaters can be very dangerous. Make sure yours meets the latest safety standards, turn it off when you sleep, and... Read More -
Rethink Your Outdoor Lights
You save energy by switching to efficient outdoor lights. Also consider installing a motion sensor to increase security and savings.... Read More -
Use the Sleep Function
An average household can cut 60% of the energy their electronics use by using the sleep mode.... Read More -
Think About Shape
Fridges with freezers on top are most efficient. Front-loading washers are more efficient than top-loading machines.... Read More -
Use Your Dishwasher
You can save 5,000 gallons of water each year and $40 in utility costs using a dishwasher instead of washing dishes by hand, according to Energy... Read More -
Dry Clothes Outside in Good Weather
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Take Short Showers
They use less hot water than baths.... Read More -
Switch to Compact Florescent Bulbs
A typical home can save $80 per year doing so, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. ... Read More -
Never Leave an Engine Running in an Attached Garage
The fumes can be toxic. Never leave a snow blower, lawn mower, car, or anything else running in the garage - even if the door is open!... Read More -
Caulk Cracks and Gaps Less Than 1/4 Inch Wide
Caulk is flexible and a good way to seal air leaks in your home. Apply it when the outdoor temperature is above 45°F and not very humid, or the... Read More -
Choose New Windows With a Low-E Coating
Much of your home's heat enters through the windows. Low-E helps block that heat. Also look for Energy Star rated windows.... Read More -
Wear a Sweater Instead of Turning the Heat Up
Turning your thermostat up decreases your savings.... Read More -
Use a Bucket of Water When Washing a Car
It saves more water than using a hose.... Read More -
Check Your Air Vents and Registers!
If they are blocked by furniture or drapes, the air you pay to heat or cool won't reach the rest of the room.... Read More -
Look At the EnergyGuide Label When Buying Appliances
It will show the appliance's second price tag - its operating costs. It will also give the comparisons to similar machines.... Read More