Long-Term Summer Energy Savings Tips

Whole House

• Request a full home energy audit by contacting your utility provider.

Insulating and Sealing Air Leaks

• Add insulation in the attic ( consult a licensed electrician if wiring does not meet current standards ).
• Upgrade insulation levels to R-38 in the attic, R-19 in the walls and R-19 in the floor (if located over a crawl space or unconditioned space).
• Have cellulose blown into walls that are not insulated (c onsult a licensed electrician if wiring does not meet current standards ).

Cooling and Ventilation

• Install a high efficiency air conditioner or heat pump. Look for ENERGY STAR qualified cooling equipment.
• Install more cold air returns if home needs more air circulation to increase cooling system efficiency.

Windows

• Install ENERGY STAR qualified windows and doors & skylights .

Appliances and Electronics

• Replace old appliances with ENERGY STAR qualified appliances  and find out more efficient ways to purchase and use electronics with  ENERGY STAR electronics .

Roofing

• During the home building phase or when your existing roof needs replacement, consider using ENERGY STAR qualified roof products . Reflective roofing materials can help reduce the amount of air conditioning needed in homes, and reduce peak cooling demand by 10 to 15 percent.