Saving Home Energy Dollars

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Summer Savings SETTING 80 79 78 77 76 75 74 73 72 following energy tips. • Seal duct joints with mastic (see “Heating and Cooling”). • Plant trees and shrubs to shade the outdoor air conditioning unit. Water Heating Water heating is the second largest energy user in most homes. • When replacing your heating system, you will save in the long run by selecting one with the ENERGY STAR® label. Summer Cooling Tips: • Use a programmable thermostat to cool your home before you The following is a list of common electricity-users in your home. • Use caulking where two building materials meet on the house exterior. Heating and cooling percentage can vary from 17% to 70%. • Change your air conditioning filter at least once a month. Compact fluorescent Sealing ductwork joints is the single most effective measure for bulbs are four times more energy efficient than incandescent bulbs saving energy in 80% of homes. Electronics You can hire a professional heating and cooling dealer. Ask your representative to assist you in meeting Comfort Advantage requirements. The chart estimates the average amount of energy used by each device. Clothes Washer (top load - 5 loads/week) 86 • When replacing your air conditioning system, select one with the Dishwasher (4 loads/week)- 60 ENERGY STAR® label. For Lighting at your local home improvement store online at www. gov/ 80 78 76 74 72 70 68 66 64 COST 71% more 59% more 47% more 35% more 24% more 12% more Set here or lower 12% less 24% less (Based on 51° outdoor temperature) . / Freezer 11% Heating and Cooling 3% (Based on 92° outdoor temperature) 6% 9% 12% Washer/ Dryer/DW (with water heating) washer and an ENERGY STAR® dishwasher. Use the chart to estimate your own energy bill and to determine ways to put cash back in your pocket each month. You can use a timer to heat water before you wake in the morning and before you Ref. • Use shades or awnings on east/west facing windows to reduce solar heat gain