Today is National Weatherization Day, a day to celebrate the economic and environmental benefits of making homes and buildings more energy efficient. What are you doing to weatherize your home? Follow these 10 do-it-yourself ideas for making your home more energy efficient:
1. Lower water heater temperature
2. Change all light bulbs to compact fluorescents (CFLs)
3. Always run a full load in the dishwasher
4. Get a programmable thermostat
5. Turn off computers and monitors when not in use
6. Replace furnace and A/C filters every 90 days
7. Opt for ceiling fans instead of A/C
8. Open shades and blinds, keep lights off during the day
9. Plant trees and shrubs around windows and doors for shade
10. Tighten faucets to stop drips
In addition, look around your doors and windows for gaps or cracks where daylight is shining through or where you feel a draft. This means your home is leaking air and putting unnecessary strain on your air conditioner or heater, which is wasting energy and costing you money. Get a free energy audit to have a professional inspector look at your problem areas and determine further steps you can take to ensure that your home becomes as energy efficient as possible.
Happy Weatherization Day!
Friday, October 30, 2009
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