Rake in the Savings with These Energy Efficiency Tips
It’s time to turn over a new leaf and keep your home cozy while conserving energy. With the crisp autumn air settling in, now’s the perfect time to enhance your home’s efficiency.
Check out these seasonal tips to ensure your space is snug and your energy usage is smart this fall:
It’s Great to Insulate
Proper amounts of insulation can save you hundreds of dollars a year in heating costs. Get back up to 75%* of your costs on attic and basement insulation with takeCHARGE rebates.
Stop the Energy Drain with Insulated Ducts
Do you have heating ducts running through uninsulated areas of your home? Install duct insulation to save up to 5% on your heating costs. Plus, receive a 50%* rebate on the cost of duct insulation up to $500 with a takeCHARGE rebate.
Seal & Save
Draft-proofing your home is a great way to save. Weatherstripping will help you seal gaps around doors and windows. You can also install window insulation kits around drafty windows. Outlet and switch insulators are also available for exteriors walls.
If you’ve recently had a home energy assessment, you may even be eligible for a $500* rebate for your air sealing project.
LED Is the Way to Be
LED light bulbs use much less energy than incandescent lighting, and last longer, with an average lifespan of 15 years.
Curtains Can Help You Save
Open your curtains during the day to let the sun shine in, and close them at night to prevent heat from escaping.
Halloween Energy Efficiency Tips
This halloween trick and treat yourself to energy savings!
Don’t let energy vampires haunt your home! Check out these spooky-good tips to keep your energy usage in check:
Be Scarily Efficient
Use timers to automatically turn your Halloween lights and decorations on and off. This ensures they’re only running when needed and saves energy the rest of the time.
Creep It Real with Motion-Activated Decorations
Incorporate motion sensors for your Halloween lights and sounds. This way, they only activate when someone approaches, saving energy and adding an extra spooky surprise.
Ward Off Phantom Power
Electronics in standby mode can account for 3% or more of your electricity bill. Use a smart power strip and fully turn them off.
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