Around the House Savings
We can all use some savings these days. Below are various ways to save around the house each day.
- Use compact fluorescent bulbs. They last 10 times longer than regular lights.
- Set your water heater to 120 degrees F.
- Set your thermostat to 68 degrees, or lower if you’re away from home or asleep.
- Keep your showers to five minutes or less and switch to lower-flow showerheads.
- If nobody’s in a room, turn off the lights and any computers, stereos, TVs or other appliances.
- Use toaster-broilers or the microwave whenever possible instead of the range.
- The refrigerator should be kept at 38 degrees F., and the freezer at 10 degrees.
- Try using the cold-water wash cycle, and use the coolest dryer setting you can. Only run the washing machine, and the dishwasher, when they’re full.
- Make sure your home is insulated, and that all doors and windows are sealed properly.
- If you have a fireplace, keep the damper closed when you’re not using it and use a glass screen to minimize heat loss.
Feel free to share these tips with your friends and family.
