Saving energy in your home translates directly to saving money on your utility bills.
Here are five easy ways to save energy and money.
Most homes have programmable thermostats now. If yours does not consider installing one. They can save you hundreds of dollars a year in energy costs.
Set the thermostat lower (or higher in the summer months) when you are away for the day. You can also set it to warm or cool the house before you get home. But during those hours when no one is home set it to save money.
Most people don't need the water in their homes as hot as the water heater is typically set. Even a small change on the dial will result in cash savings on the bills.
This is a great tip if you have kids. Turning the water heater down can prevent accidental scalding if a small child turns on the hot water.
Curtains, blinds, window treatments, whatever. It's all insulation. Keep the cold out of and the warmth in your living space by keeping the curtains closed during the cold months.
This tip also works for the hot summer months when you're trying to keep the house cool.
On your way out of the house flip those switches. As simple as it sounds this small step will save you money on your bills.
Instead of warming the entire house at night to stay warm try using an electric blanket. You can set the thermostat lower, save a bunch of cash and be toasty warm on the covers with your electric blanket.
Saving money on your utility bills by saving energy in your home is easy with these five basic steps.
Great list, thank you! H5!
I wear warm clothes at home so I don't have to use the heater ever. :D
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