You may have already made this switch, but if not, consider always washing your laundry in cold water, using special cold-water only detergents to get your clothes every bit as clean as warm or hot water. Also, air dry your dishes; turn off the drying element in your dishwasher.
We know we’ve mentioned this before, but it bears repeating—make sure your HVAC system’s filter is clean. It should be checked, and probably replaced, at least monthly. Also remember to have your local heating and cooling contractor check and clean your furnace every year, and your air conditioning system. The Department of Energy and the EPA both state that you will lower your home’s energy costs by staying up-to-date on these annual inspections and tune-ups.
Even if you only do a few things from our suggested list of spring cleaning home energy tips, you can save energy and hundreds of dollars on your utility bill this year!
We know we’ve mentioned this before, but it bears repeating—make sure your HVAC system’s filter is clean. It should be checked, and probably replaced, at least monthly. Also remember to have your local heating and cooling contractor check and clean your furnace every year, and your air conditioning system. The Department of Energy and the EPA both state that you will lower your home’s energy costs by staying up-to-date on these annual inspections and tune-ups.
Even if you only do a few things from our suggested list of spring cleaning home energy tips, you can save energy and hundreds of dollars on your utility bill this year!
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