Welcome back! Pick up where you left off.
Confirm your plan and zipcode
Select from 3 of our most popular plans for your zipcode
Residential energy saving tips | Heating and cooling
Residential energy saving tips | Heating and cooling
There are plenty of steps you can take to improve the efficiency of your home's heating and cooling system. You can monitor the thermostat more closely or opt for fans, windows and other alternatives on days when the weather is nice to use less air conditioning. Get annual checkups for your HVAC system to ensure everything works properly. Reduce your overall energy consumption today by keeping the following tips in mind and sharing them with your family as you go about your day.
Air conditioners can consume a large amount of energy. Here are a few simple steps that could cut down on the amount of energy used.
Changing your air filters only takes a few minutes and can make a big difference in the amount of energy required for your AC to function properly.
These small adjustments to how you use your thermostat can help you reduce energy use.
Ceiling fans help circulate the air in a room to make you feel more comfortable.
Pay attention to all aspects of your HVAC system, including ductwork and other components involved in HVAC airflow.
When you need to heat only a small portion of your home for a limited amount of time, use a space heater the smart way.
1U.S. Department of Energy https://energy.gov/energysaver/home-cooling-systems
2U.S. Department of Energy https://energy.gov/energysaver/thermostats
3U.S. Department of Energy https://energy.gov/energysaver/fans-cooling
4ENERGY STAR https://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=home_improvement.hm_improvement_ducts