Plumbline's Energy Savings Tip of the Month

Lifestyle Habits to Improve Energy Conservation
There are many things you can change in your day to day life that can dramatically cut down on the amount of energy you use.  Many of them will not even make a noticeable impact in your day. 

• Take Showers – Showers require less hot water than baths.  Install a water-saving shower head to reduce additional water consumption.
• Change Timing of Appliance Use – Use appliances that generate heat, such as the washing machine and dryer, and the oven, during the cooler times of day – early morning or later in the evening.  This reduces the amount of air conditioning you will need to use.
• Be Oven Conscious – Electric cook tops use a lot of energy.  If possible, do not use an electric cook top.  Also make sure to use the right size burner for the pan you are cooking with.  When selecting a pot or pan, use one with a flat bottom, as it will make better contact with the stove top, and will heat up more efficiently.
• Try Using Compact Fluorescent Bulbs – Instead of buying incandescent bulbs on your next shopping trip, try buying compact fluorescent bulbs – these put out four times as many lumens per watt.  They also last about ten times as long.
• Strategically Close Drapes – In the hot summer months, pay attention to the areas of the house where the sun pours in, making it extremely hot.  Close these drapes during the hottest times of the day.  Then, in the winder, open the drapes on these windows to maximize the amount of heat from the sun filtering in the house.  On winter nights, close all blinds and drapes to keep as much cold air out as possible.
• Set Your Thermostat – Set your thermostat to 78 degrees in the summer, and 68 degrees in the winder – this will save a ton of energy, and money on your next energy bill!
   

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