Quick Big Tips On Saving Energy
- Find out how much attic insulation you have by simply measuring the depth. If you have less than a foot, you may need more.
- On a windy day, light a candle and hold it near any place where air can get inside. When the flame flickers, you have a draft. Seal it with caulking or weather-stripping.
- Trade in those incandescent light bulbs for energy-saving compact fluorescents. You could save up to 75% of the energy you use on lighting.
- Check your water heater thermostat setting. If you have a dishwasher that preheats water, you don’t need to set your water heater temperature higher than 115 degrees.
- Have furnaces and cooling systems checked and serviced annually and change filters monthly.
To have a professional energy audit, contact an Access Energy Cooperative service specialist at 1-866-242-4232. This service is provided free to members by your cooperative.