• Add the proper insulation. Upgrading the insulation in your attic to at least an R-38 or as high as an R-49 level is one of the most cost-effective things you can do to make your home energy efficient. If your budget is squeaky tight, ceiling insulation is most important. Remember, heat rises.
• Install a programmable thermostat. We have all forgotten to turn down the heat or turn up the air conditioning before we go to bed or leave for work.
• Turn down the temperature on your water heater. This simple tip can not only save you money, it can decrease your potential for being scalded with hot water when taking a shower or even washing your hands.
• Wash clothes in cold water. Many of today's detergents do a great job of cleaning your clothes in cold water, and can even get out those grass and dirt stains.
• Seal leaky windows and doors. One of the cheapest ways to improve your heating and cooling efficiency is to seal leaks around your home's doors and windows. Use a high-end silicone or adhesive caulk.
• Use compact fluorescent light bulbs. These bulbs are all the rage now and use one-third the electricity versus incandescent bulbs, yet last up to 13 times longer and produce less heat. Look for K6500. Its light is bright white.
• Add roof ventilation. Attics require soffit venting and ridge or pot vents.
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