Archive for the ‘Saving Energy’ Category

Refrigerator Gasket

Sunday, March 30th, 2008

A cracked or worn refrigerator gasket wastes energy and it costs you a lot of money. Replacing it is easy.

1. Write down your model number and get yourself a new gasket.

2. Put food in a cooler; you’re going to have the fridge door open for a while so better … READ MORE

Compact Fluorescent Bulbs

Sunday, March 30th, 2008

Simply by using one 13-Watt Compact Fluorescent in replacement of one 60-Watt light bulb, not only would you have prevented a significant amount of toxins from pouring into our environment, you will save money. A CFL bulb will end up costing less then the cost of replacing regular bulbs over … READ MORE

Thermostats

Sunday, March 30th, 2008

A common misconception associated with thermostats is that a furnace works harder than normal to warm the space back to a comfortable temperature after the thermostat has been set back, resulting in little or no savings. This misconception has been dispelled by years of research and numerous studies. The … READ MORE

Ceiling fans

Saturday, March 29th, 2008

Why this lasting popularity? Certainly charm is one big factor. A fan fixture can bring distinction to a room. And for some people, the steady, quiet whirl of paddles evokes the romance of bygone days, of sultry summer afternoons.

More importantly, there’s the fan’s practical side. It makes a room more … READ MORE

Landscape

Saturday, March 29th, 2008

Carefully positioned trees can save up to 25% of a typical household’s energy for heating and cooling. Just three trees, properly placed around the house, can save an average household between $100 and $250 in heating and cooling energy costs annually. During the summer months, the most effective way to … READ MORE