2. Install a programmable thermostat <\/strong>this can save you up to 10% on cooling and heating costs.<\/p>\n 3. Use your window coverings, <\/strong>Closing your blinds or drapes on the sunny side in the summer to keep out the hot sun and open them in the winter to bring in the warmer rays.<\/p>\n 4. Turn off all lights<\/strong>, when your not using them turning off the lights and electronics.<\/p>\n 5. Change your lightbulbs, <\/strong>replacing your bulbs to energy-efficient ones you can help reduce energy use as much as 80%.<\/p>\n 6. Look for the energy star label.\u00a0 <\/strong>This symbol of energy efficiency are on a wide range of products that can save you up to 30% on related electricity bills.<\/p>\n 7. Low flow faucets and shower heads- <\/strong>this will help you save on your water bills.<\/p>\n 8. Change your filters,\u00a0<\/strong>having a dirty furnace or A\/C filter will slow down air flow and make the system work harder to keep you cool or warm.<\/p>\n 9. Reduce your water heater temperature to 130 F- <\/strong>this will save you money on heating water.\u00a0 You can also wrap the water storage tank in a specially designed ‘ blanket’ to retain the heat.<\/p>\n 10. Seal air leaks- <\/strong>to save you up to 20% on heating and cooling bills.<\/p>\n We hope you enjoyed this months blog on Home Energy Saving Tips!<\/p>\n Lilly Cordeiro<\/p>\n Sunlight Heritage Homes<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" As the temperatures rise during these summer months remember that energy efficiency can keep you cool while saving money! Did you know that the average Canadian household will spend about $2500 on home energy this year. Here are some money … Continue reading ![\"washer\"](\"https:\/\/www.sunlighthomes.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/washer-1.jpg\")
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