Summer Energy Savings Checklist

Summer begins this month, and things are going to heat up fast. If you’re not careful, your energy costs could skyrocket and leave you with a hefty bill to pay.

There are several ways to reduce energy costs and consumption around the house, but most homeowners aren’t sure where to start. That’s okay – we’re here to help!

Use our home energy checklist to see what needs to be done; your wallet will thank you for it!

Home Energy Checklist

Heating and Cooling:

• Clean your air vents regularly
• Change HVAC filters
• Open all vents
• Seasonally rotate ceiling fan blades
• Replace faulty weatherstripping on doors and windows
• Add insulation to attic and roofing systems
• Purchase a thermostat that is programmable
• Wrap water heater with an insulated blanket
• Clean outdoor AC unit

Lighting:

• Use natural light instead of overhead lighting
• Use efficient lightbulbs
• Install timers and motion detectors on outdoor lighting systems
• Use solar lights for your landscape and garden

Appliances:

• Wash clothing with cold water
• Clean our dryer vents regularly
• Dry laundry on a clothes line
• Make sure your appliances are ENERGY STAR rated
• Clean refrigerator coils

Electronics:

• Upgrade electronics to more efficient models
• Shut down computers when not in use
• Turn off power strips when not in use
• Unplug high-powered appliances and electronics when not in use
• Unplug your smartphones, tablets and laptops when fully charged