Energy Bill Saving Tips

• Dress for cold weather in layers, warm socks and slippers.
• Add flannel sheets to the beds, rugs on the floors and warm blankets on the couch.
• Put up insulated curtains on the windows.
• Open curtains during the day to allow the sun to warm the home.
• Close curtains at night to trap the heat.
• Minimize use of kitchen or bathroom vent fans unless needed.
• Change furnace filters conscientiously.
• Run ceiling fans in reverse or clockwise to push warm air downward.
• Turn down the thermostat when you’re away or asleep.
• Get an energy audit to determine where you can improve efficiency.
• Install insulation into walls, attic, ceilings.
• Caulk and weatherstrip around windows and doors.
• Move furniture away from heating vents to allow maximum airflow.
• Schedule a furnace tune-up from Energy Services Air Conditioning and Heating Company.
• Have ductwork tested for leaks and possible sealing.
• Replace an old heating system with a high-efficiency model.