30 ways to use energy wisely during winter
My local gas company had a list of 30 Hot tips to use energy wisely. Below are my favorites from the bunch…
Save energy and money in your home
Attic insulation is a great investment. It lowers the cost of both heating and cooling.
Keep your thermostat low. Each extra degree adds about 4% to 5% to your heating bill. When you leave for the day or over the weekend, lower the setting about 5°. For longer absences, lower the thermostat to 55° (but don't set it lower because your pipes may freeze).
A programmable thermostat is a wise investment because it helps keep the temperature lower automatically while you are sleeping or gone for the day.
Don't place furniture in front of or on top of heating registers.
If your radiator is near a cold wall, place aluminum or aluminum foil between walls and radiators to reflect heat back into […]
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