During the day, keep your blinds open to let the sun naturally heat your home. This light can allow you to cut back on thermostat costs. Make sure to do this for all your windows, especially the south-facing ones. Make sure to close your curtains at night though, because windows can also cause heat loss when the sun goes down. You could even consider installing insulated curtains.
Turning down your thermostat when you are out of the house or asleep can be an easy way to save money. According to the Department of Energy, you can save as much as 10% each year on heating and cooling just by turning your thermostat down 7°-10°F for 8 hours a day from its usual setting.
Check your refrigerator’s temperature settings. While it’s important to keep your fridge cold, it does not need to be on the coldest setting. If your temperature is too low, you can accidentally freeze your food. According to the FDA, you should keep your refrigerator below 40°F (4.4°C). The perfect temperature is 37°F (2.78°C). You should keep your freezer at 0°F. (-17.78°C). If your refrigerator and freezer do not allow you to set a specific temperature, you can use appliance thermometers to control and monitor them.
Have a room you don’t use as often? Maybe it’s a guest room or a home gym. Stop heating it this winter by closing off all vents in the room and shutting all doors. Doing this will prevent you from unnecessarily heating a room you do not use.
Just like your thermostat, turning down the temperature of your water by even a few degrees can help you save on your energy bills. Opt for a warm shower instead of a scalding hot one, and you might be able to save more money this winter.
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