In part 1 of this mini series about energy conservation, we looked at a few things we can do at the beginning of, or preparing for the winter season. Here are some things that we can all do every day to save energy and make our homes as efficient as possible when the mercury drops. For all of you new home owners out there preparing for your first winter's worth of energy bills, take note! :) Besides saving moolah, we can brag to our friends that this winter we are "going green" and you'll look really cool at holiday parties.
- Set your thermostat to 68 degrees F or lower during the day and 55 degrees when you leave the house for more than 4 hours or before you go to bed.
- Open the drapes and blinds on all South facing windows to allow light and energy into your home during the day. Close your drapes and blinds at night to keep energy from escaping.
- Close off rooms that don't need heat if you have automatic thermostat controls.
- Turn down the heater when using the fireplace.
- Close the damper when not using the fireplace.
- Keep your furnace clean, lubricated and properly adjusted.
- Clean and replace the furnace filter regularly.
- Keep warm indoors by wearing layers of lightweight clothing.
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