Turn on the news, pick up the newspaper, or check your social media news feed, and you’re likely to encounter stories about volatile fuel prices. Fortunately, you can reduce your energy bills this fall and into the winter without spending a nickel. Here are 5 FREE fixes to help you conquer those high fuel bills:
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Check the temperature of your water heater. It should be set at “warm,” or a thermometer held under running water should read no more than 120 degrees. If it’s higher, lower the temperature setting on your water heater thermostat.
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Inspect your furnace filter each month, and clean or replace it as needed. Dirty filters block air flow through your heating equipment, increasing your energy bill and shortening your equipment’s life.
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Keep window coverings open during the day to let the warm sun shine in.
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Dress appropriately for the cold weather, and set your home’s thermostat to the lowest possible comfort setting. On winter nights, put an extra blanket on the bed and turn back your thermostat even more.
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Don’t let furniture and rugs block baseboard outlets, vents, or radiators.
At North Shore Fuel, our entire home comfort team is working tirelessly to help our Greater Boston area friends and neighbors reduce their energy bills. Check out our conservation tips, then contact us for more ideas on how you can conserve and save at your home!
