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WINTER · SAVE MONEY

LOWER YOUR HEATING BILL

9 easy fixes, most of them free

01

SET IT BACK AT NIGHT

The DOE says turning the thermostat back 7–10°F for 8 hours a day can save up to 10% a year.

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02

68°F IS A SWEET SPOT

Try 68°F when you're home and awake. Add a blanket and wool socks and you won't notice.

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03

REVERSE CEILING FANS

Set fans to spin clockwise on low. They push warm air from the ceiling back down to you.

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04

USE THE SUN

Open curtains on sunny days, close them at night to trap the heat inside.

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05

UNBLOCK VENTS

Couches, rugs and beds over vents make your furnace run longer. Clear them.

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06

SWAP THE FILTER

A dirty furnace filter makes the system strain. Check it monthly in winter.

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07

SEAL THE DRAFTS

Weatherstripping, door sweeps and outlet gaskets cost a few dollars and stop cold air leaks.

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08

WATER HEATER TO 120°F

Many ship at 140°F. 120°F is plenty hot and wastes less energy.

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09

CALL YOUR UTILITY

Ask about budget billing, rebates and help programs like LIHEAP. Apply early.

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