Tips on how to save on energy costs
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According to the article titled “Big & small ways to save on energy costs”, written by Patricia Mertz Esswein and published in the Washington Beacon, “[y]ou can’t do much about how much energy costs, but you can control how much of it you use.” You can start with a home energy audit. You could try a do-it-yourself home energy audit, such as Energy Star’s Home Energy Yardstick (www.energystar.gov). Or, you could hire an energy auditor who will come to your home and run a multitude of tests that measure the efficiency of your heating, AC, and other equipment. These audits typically take three to four hours and can cost between $250 and $600. Additionally, Pepco offers a free one-hour home examination; Pepco customers can go to http://homeenergysavings.pepco.com/quick-home-energy-check-up-program to learn more. “Pepco also offers a more comprehensive audit for $100.”
“The Department of Energy estimates that the average U.S. household pays a hefty $1,900 annually in utility bills.” In fact, you can start to decrease the amount of your utility bills by using a programmable thermostat. In the summertime, for example, every degree you set your AC above 72 degrees will save you 3% to 5%. Also, make sure to replace your incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescents for energy savings too! “For a listing of financial incentives to save energy, visit http://www.dsireusa.org.”
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Roy: Every little bit of energy we save helps the planet and puts a few shiny coins back in our pockets.
Roy, I love to find ways to save money and especially with utilities. This is a valuable service in helping clients understand how they can do that. Have a great day!
Cal
Roy, Saving some $$$ and conserving our energy are important factors, and the programmable thermostat is a terrific way to start saving...
ROY:
**Wonderful blog on Conserving Energy.** Thanks For Sharing. I loved the photo of the flower with the butterfly, that you just posted on my older Bullet Train blog. Congratulations on your recent wedding anniversary. God Bless You Both. Myrna :) :) :)
Good Morning Roy, it all adds up, the less we use the more there will be there for down the road for others to use. Have a great Sunday!
Roy,
Great advice on energy bill saving. I grew up with a father who always said, "Turn off the lights, we are not a museum?" I still think of that everytime I turn off the lights. LOL Happy Sunday to you and Delores. A
Wonderful post Roy. If people only knew how easy it is to save money and resources. An energy audit is a great reaity check.
Hope you're having a beautiful weekend in Maryland. D
Good Morning Roy, I have to say i had one and it was eye opening where heat was flowing out to the great outdoors. Have a great Sunday
Hi Roy -- I love the message --- we can control how we use the energy --- so true! It's always nice to be able find some new ways to save a few $$$.
It is always good to receive your comments. Real estate professionals should be recommending energy audits for their past clients.
Have an outstanding week and be sure to have your camera in hand to capture the special moments.
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Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.
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Roy, Saving energy is everyone's responsiblity. It helps protect our environment by conserving, saves dollars in the long run and makes us better citizens.
Each and every one of us should make an effort to do everything possible to save energy. Sure, we benefit costwise, but is it was done by the masses, it would have a massive effect.
Thanks Roy, we appreciate all the energy tips. And it is good for the environment as well!
Thanks so much for your comments. Enjoy the remaining days of summer with your camera in hand.
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Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.
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