Energy and Pocketbook Savings taking Minutes to Implement in Katy Texas

Energy and Pocketbook Savings taking Minutes to Implement in Katy Texas

I decided after all these Holiday related blogs I would look at writing about savings folks money and energy all at the same time. Here is a list (I know the dreaded list!) of items each of us can complete in a short period of time but will save all of us money and energy during 2012:

· If you have a chimney shut the flue.

· Unplug all electric lamps, appliances and electronics while not in use.

· If using window based AC unit remove and store unit until next season.

· During daylight use direct sunlight to heat rooms. Open all window coverings when sun is shining.

· Close all curtains, blinds or shades at night.

· Install storm windows if you already own them.

· Change furnace air filters frequently. Some builders will tell you every 30 days these filters need to be changed.

· Set the hot water temperature on the hot water heater to 120 degrees and this will save both energy and scalding another person with hot water.

· Wash as many clothes as possible in cold water.

· Remove lint from clothes dryer every time the dryer is used.

Follow this list for the next year and realize savings in your energy bills.