Good list we wanted to share:
- Seal cracks around windows and doors with caulk or weather stripping.
- Keep blinds open during the day to allow sunlight to enter and heat the home.
- Install a programmable thermostat to adjust the temperature at certain times of the day, automatically keeping the temperature lower when you’re away or sleeping at night.
- Clean or replace the natural gas furnace filter every three months to ensure the furnace is running at full efficiency, and check to make sure the home’s heating vents are openand not blocked by furniture or curtains.
- Consider replacing an older furnace with a newer, more efficient model.
- Insulate the water heater with a water heater jacket that can be purchased at most hardware stores, and lower the temperature setting on the water heater to save energy.
- Add extra insulation to the attic.
- Make sure roof shingles are intact and flashings around chimneys, skylights, antennas and vents are sealed.
