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WINTER · SAVE MONEY
9 easy fixes, most of them free
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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Try 68°F when you're home and awake. Add a blanket and wool socks and you won't notice.
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Set fans to spin clockwise on low. They push warm air from the ceiling back down to you.
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Open curtains on sunny days, close them at night to trap the heat inside.
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Couches, rugs and beds over vents make your furnace run longer. Clear them.
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A dirty furnace filter makes the system strain. Check it monthly in winter.
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Weatherstripping, door sweeps and outlet gaskets cost a few dollars and stop cold air leaks.
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Many ship at 140°F. 120°F is plenty hot and wastes less energy.
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Ask about budget billing, rebates and help programs like LIHEAP. Apply early.
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