SPRING ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

RESEARCH ENERGY STAR® APPLIANCES.

If you’ve been contemplating replacing any of your appliances — from your water heater to your washer and dryer to your refrigerator — take a good look at the ENERGY STAR® facts labels on potential replacements. ENERGY STAR®-rated appliances can offer significant savings over time.

CHECK YOUR LIGHT BULBS.

Swapping incandescent or CFL bulbs with more efficient light-emitting diodes (LEDs) in your most-used light fixtures can save you a bundle over the years. Residential LEDs use 75% less energy and last 25 times longer than incandescents.

KEEP UP ON A/C MAINTENANCE.

Make sure you clean your HVAC system’s filter, as well as air vents around your home. Also consider having your air conditioner serviced by a professional to ensure that it’s ready for the hot summer months ahead.

SEAL AIR LEAKS.

Make sure your home won’t lose any of that precious cooled air on warmer days by fixing air leaks around doors and windows now. Bonus: You’ll be ready for the winter weather, too, when it comes back around.

GIVE YOUR CLOTHES DRYER
A BREAK.

Hang your clothes on a clothesline or drying rack outside and let the sunshine do all the work — for free. You’ll save energy and money by not running your dryer as often. Plus, clothes will feel and smell better, last longer, and won’t shrink when hung to dry.

DON’T FORGET ABOUT WATER CONSERVATION.

Every faucet and showerhead in your home can benefit from low-flow plumbing parts, which help conserve water.

PUT YOUR SHADES
TO WORK.

Control the temperature inside your home with your shades and curtains. Use them either to shield your home from direct sunlight and keep it cool or to allow sunlight in to provide added warmth.