Long-Term Winter 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 ).

Heating and Ventilation

• Install a high efficiency furnace or heat pump. Look for ENERGY STAR qualified furnaces and heating equipment .
• Install more cold air returns if home needs more air circulation to increase furnace efficiency.

Windows

• Install ENERGY STAR qualified windows and doors .

Lighting

• Use light-emitting diode (LED) light bulbs to save up to 80 percent in energy costs when compared to conventional bulbs.

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.