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Energy Saving Tips
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Turn your thermostat down during the winter and use a programmable thermostat. |
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Lower your hot water temperature to between 110 and 120 degrees F. |
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Fix leaky faucets and toilets and make sure they're fully turned off. |
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Use quality low-flow showerheads that allow a maximum of 1-2 GPM. |
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Wash clothes in cold water and hang-dry clothes instead of using an electric dryer. |
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Get a Home Energy Audit that includes a blower door test performed on your home.
Seal the air leaks that are found and add insulation where recommended. |
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Install storm windows and doors, or use plastic film window kits to create the necessary insulating air space. |
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Use compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) in high use areas. Turn off incandescent lights when you leave a room, including CFL light bulbs if you will be gone at least 20 minutes. |
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Eliminate “phantom electric loads”, particularly when you will be gone for a long period. |
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Examine your major appliances. If your refrigerator, freezer, heater, air conditioner, or other major appliances are more than 10 years old, replace them with new Energy Star appliances. |
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