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Energy Tips
Add insulation to roof, walls, and basement
Choose the right room temperature
Hang laundry to dry
Increase the power saving settings on all computers
Install awnings to keep summer heat out and let winter heat in
Install solar panels
Open windows in the evening to let cool night air cool your house in summer
Reduce exterior drafts, check caulking and weather stripping annually
Remove or reduce unnecessary lighting
Replace or clean filters on furnace, air conditioner, and heat recovery ventilator as necessary
Switch light bulbs from incandescent to LED
Switch off electrical devices when not in use
Turn out lights when not needed
Unblock heat flows by moving furniture away from registers
Unplug electronics when not in use to prevent phantom load
Use blinds to keep summer heat out and let winter heat in
Wash laundry in warm or cold water, rinse in cold water
