As we head into the middle of winter, now is a
great time to take a look at a few things you can do to save some energy
this winter!
First you can start
with your thermostat. Have you replaced it with a programmable one? A
programmable thermostat allows you to control the temperature throughout
the day and night, adjusting it for when people are actually in your
home. If you already have programmable thermostats,
now is the time to relook at your programming. Has something changed in
your family over the last year that changes when your home is being
used? Did you change work shifts? Did a child leave for college? Did you
get new windows? There are all kinds of reasons the demand on your home
may have changed. Take a few moments to adjust your programming for
these changes.
Second go around
and check each window and door seal for air leaks. Repair any seals and
caulk any gaps to prevent air from passing through.
Finally,
remember to not leave your bathroom fan on continuously. Add a timer
switch to it so that it turns off after a certain amount of time. This
will keep it from exhausting all the heat from your home as well.
Implementing just a few of these tips will help you save more in 2013!
