How Do You Maintain Heating And Cooling Systems To Conserve Energy?
The costs associated with heating and cooling a home represent a significant portion of your monthly power bill. There are several easy steps you can take to maintain your heating and cooling systems in a manner that will conserve energy and lower your power bill. Replace your older windows with new, energy efficient windows. Buy windows that provide ultraviolet light protection and have more than one pane of glass. By insulating your home, you’ll put less strain on your heating and cooling systems. Use weather stripping to insulate your doors. Weather stripping is inexpensive and very easy to install. Install doorsills to prevent drafts. It’s estimated that the total effect of drafts can hurt your home’s insulation as much as an open window would. Consult the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors for more information on how to maintain your home’s heating and air system to conserve energy and lower your bills (see Resources below). Turn off your heating or air systems when
