Green Energy Saving Tips

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Green Heating and Air Conditioning Energy Saving Tips   

* Seal your windows and doorways with caulk or weatherstrips.
* Install or replace door sweeps at the bottom of your doors.
* When runnign your heating system check your air filter every month during the heating season and replace when it is dirty.    
* Have your furnace cleaned, inspected and tuned annually, maintain your system efficiency and make sure your family is safe from carbon monoxide poisoning.    
* Add insulation to your uninsulated or inadequately insulated attic.    
* In the heating season adjust your thermostat while you are not at home or at night while you are asleep. For each degree you lower your thermostat, you can save approximately 3% on energy consumption.    
* Close your drapes or blinds at night to keep the heat inside your premises.    
* During the cold weather heating season, seal all openings such as window air conditioners and chimney dampers.    
* During all seasons do not block any supply air outlets or return registers with furniture or other objects.    
* Look for a high-efficiency model when shopping for a new gas heating furnace, the latest models can give you up to 98% efficiency and if you have an old furnace this can really add up into big savings.    
* During the air conditioning season simple measures such as cleaning and replacing you air filters can reduce cooling costs by up to 10%.       
* An annual maintenance service will both extend the life of your expensive air conditioning system and increases efficiency which saves you even more energy.    
* When running your air conditioning check your air filter every month during the cooling season and replace when it is dirty.      
* Your systems duct work could be costing you. Leaking joints, elbows and connections can increase energy consumption up to 20 or 30%. Don't use duct tape, it's strange yes but that stuff does not work well on ducts.    * When running the air conditioning close your drapes or blinds to help keep the heat outside.    
* Install window tint, there are some brands that can reduce the radiated heat by up to 70%    
* Best place for your outdoor air conditioning unit is the north side of your home, you can also just shade your air conditioner from any direct sunlight with shruds but make sure to keep them clear of the unit to allow for proper air flow.      
* During the Air Conditioning Season you can adjust your thermostat up, for every degree above 72 you can save up to 3% more.      
* Don't cool Mother nature... Close your windows, doors and even your chimney dampers when using your air conditioner.  Any unused rooms should be closed off to cut cooling costs but keep in mind do not close more the just two or three supply registers as the reduced air flow has an impact on efficiency of the system.    
* Look for a high-efficiency model when shopping for a new air conditioner, the latest models can give you up to 50% in savings over your old clunker.

Green Water Heating Energy Saving Tips
Here are some tips that will help you save energy and money by using natural gas water heaters and hot water wisely and efficiently.

Today's natural gas water heaters are more efficient than ever, but here are a few steps that you can take to maximize that efficiency:    

* Repair those leaking faucets, showers and tubs.    
* You could install low flow shower heads and faucets.    
* You can also use just warm or even cold water to wash clothing.    
* Run your dishwasher only when it is full.    
* Take short showers rather than baths.    
* Don't let the hot water run when washing your face or shaving.    
* Use the cold water when only a little water is needed. See More Tips for No Cost Energy Saving Solutions, Low Cost Energy Saving Solutions and Good Investments on Energy Savings Check out the Green Construction Directory for Green contractors in our area

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