Energy Saving Tips
  • Turn off lights and other appliances when not in use.
  • Lower thermostat settings at night and when the residence is empty.
  • Heat only occupied rooms and close off empty rooms.
  • Clean and replace furnace filters regularly.
  • Open drapes on sunny days in winter, keep them closed in summer.
  • Keep windows and doors shut tight when they are supposed to be closed.
  • Dress according to the weather.
  • Set your hot water heater temperature between 120 and 140 degrees.
  • Keep refrigerator/freezer coils free from lint and dust build-up.
  • Don’t allow frost to build up in the freezer compartment beyond ¼” thick.
  • Repair water leaks on faucets and toilets. One drip per minute can produce water wastage of up to 220 gallons of water per month.
  • Use one large light bulb instead of several small ones in areas where bright light is needed.
  • Fill the clothes dryer before using it, but don’t overload it.
  • Keep the lint screen in the clothes dryer clean.
  • When you have a choice, use the range-top instead of the oven.
  • Never boil water in an open pan. Water will come to a boil faster and use less energy in a kettle or covered pan.
  • Insulate accessible heating ducts in unheated areas.