Spring into energy savings!

As the days grow longer and cheerful bird songs return, it’s clear that spring is just around the corner. This season often inspires a fresh start—why not extend that to saving energy and lowering your utility bills? Here are some simple steps you can take to spruce up your home while saving energy:

Service your air conditioner
Before summer’s heat arrives, give your air conditioner a little TLC. Replace or clean air filters regularly to ensure efficient cooling. Also, set a reminder for the first day of spring to check and clean your AC’s evaporator coil annually. A well-maintained system performs more efficiently, saving you energy and money.

Upgrade to a programmable thermostat
Take control of your energy use with a programmable thermostat. Set a schedule that adjusts the temperature while you’re asleep or away, cutting energy costs without sacrificing comfort. With the right settings, you could save on heating and cooling by automatically reducing your thermostat’s activity for at least 8 hours a day.

Seal those air leaks
Small cracks and openings in your home can add up to significant energy loss. Caulking and sealing gaps around windows, doors, and other openings is an affordable way to keep warm air outside and your money inside your wallet.

To learn more about our energy-efficiency tools available to our members, or to find additional ways to save, visit 101-ways-to-save.pdf.