Archive for the ‘Saving Energy’ Category

No Cost Energy Solutions

Saturday, March 29th, 2008

Thermostats 

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. … READ MORE

Energy savings checklist

Saturday, March 29th, 2008

Do this checklist

Does my attic scuttle have weatherstripping to create an air seal?

Does my shower head output less than 2 gallons of water per minute?

Can I see any gaps or openings around my doors or windows?

Is my furnace tuned up and filter clean?

Has my water heater been flushed in the … READ MORE

Energy Tips

Saturday, March 29th, 2008

A blockage in your dryer vent could cause your dryer to run longer than needed thus using up to three times more energy to dry a load of wash. There should be a good blast of air coming out of the vent outside while the dryer is running. If not, … READ MORE