Cutting costs is a high priority for many Alabama
families. The following suggestions can help you if you will practice them.
Some won’t apply to your situation; some you are already doing. But, many will
be new ideas or ideas you know you should have been trying before now. Read
through the suggestions and mark those that appeal to you and that you want to
start practicing.
Save on Energy
1Have an expert check the insulation in your house
to make sure it is adequate. If it is not, insulate where needed. You can do
open areas, such as the attic, yourself. It will save both heating and cooling
costs.
2Turn off the air conditioning and open the windows
in moderate weather.
3Wear warm clothes in the house in cold weather so
you can lower your thermostat setting.
4Take care of home repairs as soon as the need arises.
Delay can make the problem worse and repair costs higher.
5Close the doors and turn off the heat or air conditioning
to rooms that you are not using.
6Choose equipment with higher energy efficiency ratios
(EER). Check the labels for EER.
7Move to a smaller house if
the one you live in is bigger than you really need.
8Use energy saving window treatments, such as
insulated or heavy draperies and storm windows.
