Monday, February 11, 2008

More tips to lower your heating bill

  • Insulate your attic, walls, ceilings and floors to prevent heat loss.
  • Take advantage of passive solar energy by opening drapes during the day to capture the sun’s warmth then closing them at night to prevent heat loss through windows.
  • Keep fireplace dampers shut until you prepare to light a fire. An open damper in a 48” fireplace can let as much as 8% of your home’s heat escape through the chimney.
  • Avoid heating unused areas by closing off unused rooms and shutting off heat vents.
  • Consider installing storm windows and doors. Quality windows can result in cost savings of as much as 15% per year.

Find more tips, ideas, specials and coupons at www.russobrosplumbing.com

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