Cost Saving Tips

Water Heating

• Set water heater temp no higher than 120 degrees.
• Install water-heater wrap per manufacturer's instructions.
• Limit shower length to 5-7 minutes.
• Install low-flow shower heads.

Heating & Air Conditioning

• Change HVAC filters monthly
• During the winter close shades and drapes at night to keep heat in. Open drapes and shades during the day to catch free solar heat. 
• During the summer, keep shades and drapes closed during the day to keep heat out.
• Caulk around windows and doors.
• Install programmable thermostats.

Laundry

• Wash clothes in cold water.
• Only do full laundry loads.
• Clean your dryer's lint trap before each load.

Kitchen

• Clean refrigerator coils annually.
• Use microwave for cooking when possible.
• Only run dishwasher when fully loaded.
• Keep lids on all pots and pans while cooking to cook food faster, and keep the temperature in your kitchen cooler.

Lighting

• Install LED bulbs in fixtures you use most often in your home.
• Turn off unnecessary lighting.

Miscellaneous

• Turn computers and monitors off when not in use.
• Turn TVs and other appliances off completely when not in use.
• Purchase ENERGY STAR® appliances.

Learn more about Touchstone Energy's 101 Ways to Save Money and Energy at https://www.touchstoneenergy.com/sites/tse/files/documents/101ways_final.pdf or find the Spanish edition at https://www.touchstoneenergy.com/sites/tse/files/documents/101EasyWaysToSave_Spanish_NoBleed.pdf.

Find more ways to save energy and money at energy.gov and energystar.gov.