As we’re heading out of the dreaded hot summer months, there are a few things that you might consider checking up on. Fall is a great time to look at the efficiency of energy consumers in your home. Let’s prepare for energy-saving success this winter!
- Heating + Air: This is by far the largest consumer of energy in your home. We suggest scheduling a heating and air professional to inspect your units and ductwork to ensure your system is functions correctly and efficiently.
Did You Know? / Bonus tip- Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR high efficiency air conditioner and heating system can save you up to $420 per year on your power bill. - Weatherizing Your Home: There are certainly things you can do on your own to improve the air tightness in your home. Keeping the warm air in, and the cold air out this winter is key to saving energy. Sealing small holes and gaps with caulk, filling large holes with a solid material, and ensuring that your fireplace damper is closed when not in use are a few ways to increase your energy efficiency!
Did You Know? / Bonus tip- You can hire a professional to weatherize your home! But if you choose not to, check out these resources for your inner DIY-er! These projects sheets provide an in-depth look at what you’ll be up against, what to look for, and how to get the job done. Select “DIY” under the Reliable Information About Energy Choices heading to access.
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Custom Energy-Saving Suggestions Based on YOUR Home
Energy efficiency doesn’t always look the same for every member. We offer custom energy-saving suggestions tailored to YOUR home. Energy efficiency varies from one home to another, and there's no one-size-fits-all solution. We have a tool to help.
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A customized plan for saving on energy costs based on your individual home is at your fingertips. Our Home Energy Calculator takes the information that you enter about your home and calculates where the majority of your power is most likely being used, formulates custom suggestions for saving energy, and provides you with an Electric Analysis and Cost Breakdown.
Basic energy saving tips have saved members money for decades. Our Home Energy Calculator is a program that offers custom suggestions tailored to your specific needs. Just another way we strive to serve you.