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| The best way to lower energy consumption is to improve the energy efficiency of your home. But what should you do first? Your choice of improvement projects should be based upon the type and condition of your home. Consider these questions as you craft a personal plan. What is the condition of the exterior of your home? Repair any broken windows, Loose siding, or missing trim before you do anything else. You will spend extra money on energy each month if outdoor air is whistling through your home. Be sure to check the door frame for gaps. Shut the door and look for light shining through. Feel for cold or hot air. Do you have a central heating and cooling system? Huge energy losses result when the air ducts leak. Do you notice air coming out of your vents when the wind blows, but the system fan is not on? Don’t delay and have your duct system checked right away. How much insulation do you have in your attic: Attic insulation keeps your home warm in winter and cool in summer. Depending on your area use R-21 or greater. Anything less most anywhere would not be enough. Has your furnace or air conditioner been serviced lately? These hardworking high energy appliances are the largest consumers of energy in most homes. Periodic service can improve their efficiency and extend their life spans. If you hire a professional technician, ask about simple maintenance task you can perform yourself. How many old-fashioned incandescent lights do you have? These traditional bulbs use three times more electricity then modern energy efficient compact fluorescent lamps (CFL) Buy and install CFL’s in any light fixture you use. How old is your refrigerator: The newest refrigerators take advantage of energy technology that cuts their consumption to one quarter that of the older units. Shop for an Energy Star rated refrigerator to get the most efficient models. Buy a smaller refrigerator then you currently have for added savings. Don’t let your fireplace rob you. Keep your fireplace damper closed unless a fire is going. If the damper is open it allows warm air to go up the chimney. Plug and seal the chimney flu if you never use your fireplace Check the seal on the flue damper and make it as snug as possible Add caulking around the fireplace hearth. Install tempered glass doors and a heat-air exchange system that blows warmed air back into the room |
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