ENERGY- $AVING TIPS
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY’S TOP 5 RECOMMENDATIONS

1.Increase Insulation in Attics, Basements, Walls and Floors
Upgrade Insulation throughout your house., especially in the attic. It’s a fast and easy way to save up to 30% on your energy costs.

2. Seal Air Leaks
Test your home for air tightness. Save 10% or more by plugging air leaks around doors, ducts, outlets and chimneys

3. Upgrade your Heating and Cooling System
Heating and cooling make up 44% of your energy bill. Upgrade with energy-efficient equipment, Insulate pipes, and install automatic set-back thermostats.

4. Improve Your Lighting
Fluorescent lamps last 6-10 times longer than incandescent bulbs. Replace 25% of your light bulbs in high use areas with fluorescent lamps and save 50% of your lighting bill.

5. Weatherize Windows
Heat loss around windows accounts for 10-25% of your heating bill. Install, repair or weatherize storm windows and reduce heat loss by 25-50%

Other Household Tips:

Wrapping your hot water tank and pipes, Installing low-flow water fixtures, purchasing energy-efficient appliances, using solar heating and strategic landscaping can all work to lower your energy usage and cost.