Summer Energy Savers
The weather is warming up and we all know what the means: the fight to beat the heat begins! Clients often ask for tips on how to make their home more energy efficient to save on energy costs, especially during the warm summer months. The good news is that there are a variety of simple things you can do every day to cut back on your energy usage while still beating the heat—and putting a little green back in your wallet: Plant trees to shade your home and help reduce your cooling costs Use your microwave to cook meals and in by doing so, you’ll use two-thirds less energy than your stove When running your dishwasher, run only full loads and let your dishes air-dry Health permitting, turn up your thermostat to 78 degrees when you are at home and 85 degrees or off when you are away Use fans and ceiling fans, if you have them Avoid running your appliances during the peak hours of 4:00 to 6:00 pm ...