5 simple ways to save on your natural gas expense

1. Sealing Leaks

Many air leaks and drafts are easy to find because they are easy to feel — like those around windows and doors. But holes hidden in attics, basements, and crawlspaces are usually bigger problems. Sealing these leaks with caulk, spray foam, or weather stripping will have a great impact on improving your comfort and reducing utility bills.

Homeowners are often concerned about sealing their house too tightly; however, this is very unlikely in older homes. A certain amount of fresh air is needed for good indoor air quality and there are specifications that set the minimum amount of fresh air needed for a house.

 

2. Change your air filter regularly

Check your filter every month, especially during heavy use months (winter and summer). If the filter looks dirty after a month, change it. A dirty filter will slow down air flow and make the system work harder to keep you warm or cool — wasting energy. A clean filter will also prevent dust and dirt from building up in the system — leading to expensive maintenance and/or early system failure.

3. Install a programmable thermostat

A programmable thermostat is ideal for people who are away from home during set periods of time throughout the week. Through proper use of pre-programmed settings, a programmable thermostat can save you about $180 every year in energy costs.

4. Don’t over dry your clothes

It is easy to over dry your clothes if one setting is used to dry various fabric types. Try to dry clothes made up of similar fabrics so the entire load dries when the cycle ends. Buy dryers that have a sensor to stop the dryer cycle when the clothes are dry.

5. Drapes

During cold weather keep your drapes open to take advantage of the sun’s warmth during daylight hours. In summer close your drapes to keep out the heat of the summer sun.

For additional energy saving tips visit energystar.gov.

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