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Energy Conservation: Bedrooms/Home office

By peihouses August 25, 2011 Leave a comment

Bedrooms/home office areas often have small appliances that are used infrequently. These include televisions, computers, printers, re-chargers, shredders, clock radios, and so on. You can change what kind of light bulbs you use in these rooms. Heavier drapes are a good option to minimize drafts on windows. Rather than using an air conditioner, you can […]

Energy Conservation: Kitchen

By peihouses August 25, 2011 Leave a comment

All appliances sold these days should have an Ener Guide rating that comes clearly posted. If they are ENERGY STAR rated, they will also have a sticker. If you use the microwave to cook instead of the oven, cooking times will be less. This will also lower your energy use. Only open the refrigerator or […]

Energy saving tips for winter months

By peihouses October 27, 2010 Leave a comment

Like it or not, winter is on it’s way. Saving energy is important in all seasons and sometimes all it takes is common sense to make a difference. Here are some simple things you can do which can add up in the end. Weather strip all the doors and windows to prevent drafts. Close your […]