No tricks here. These tips are a real treat!
Pull the plug on vampire electronics. Plug electronics like computers, TVs and gaming systems into power strips that you can switch OFF when not in use. Otherwise, they’re sucking electricity 24/7.
Beware of dirty HVAC filters. Chase away the cold air and replace air filters every 1-3 months per manufacturer instructions.
Kill the lights. Capture savings by turning off unnecessary lights. Switching to LED bulbs will help you save more.
Make sure ceiling fans are spinning in the right direction. During the colder winter months, ceiling fans should turn in a clockwise direction. This moves warm air down, making rooms feel less chilly.
Keep cold air from creeping in. Seal air leaks around doors and windows with caulking or weatherstripping. Drafty rooms are for haunted houses only.
Other treats to help you save more…
Online Energy Audit and Home Energy Calculators are free online tools that show you where your energy use is going. Access these free tools by clicking here.
Daily Usage. This usage and weather information is provide to assist you in tracking your daily usage as well as assist you in understanding the effect weather has on electric usage. This free helpful too, along with many others, can be found by logging into your account and looking at the menu items on the left-hand side.
