How to Save Money by Cutting Energy Use

*Clean or Replace Your Air Filters Monthly
*Have Your System Checked Once a Year By a Professional
*Place Plastic Over Windows (if you don't have double pane or energy efficient windows)
*Shut Doors to Rooms That You Do Not Use on a Daily Bases
*Close Vents in Rooms That Are Not Used or Used Very Little
*Utilize Ceiling Fans As Much As Possible
*Make Sure the Shades are Down During the Day (the heavier material the better)
*Unplug Items You Are Not Using (even though items maybe off, if they are plugged in they still draw electricity)
*Use Natural Light Instead of Turning Lights On During Daylight
*Reduce Oven Use
*Purchase Energy Efficient Appliances if Possible
*Use Cold Water (for laundry, showers, dishwasher- skip the drying cycle)
*Program Thermostat to Automatically Change the Temperature (have the temperature rise a little while at work or away, allow it to cool down in the evenings)
*Plant a Tree for (future)Shade
*Add Insulation (attic, walls, ceilings)