Saving Energy means Saving Money.

Saving on your monthly electric bill and reducing the amount of electricity you consume doesn’t have to mean spending a lot of money or being a home improvement expert.  Here are the most common things you can do to help lower your energy costs:

Lighting

• Replace incandescent lights with Compact Fluorescent Bulbs
  (you can even get a rebate from Arrowhead Electric!)
• Turn off lights when not in use
• Use an outdoor photocell or motion sensor with outdoor flood and yard lights
• If applicable to your home, use electronic ballasts with T8, 32 watt lights

Space Heating

• Keep your thermostat set no higher than 68 degrees in the winter time.
• If you have a forced air system be sure to change the furnace filters as reccomended by the manufacturer.
• Ensure your windows are closed tightly and locked.
• Install door sweeps to prevent cold winter air from entering your home
• At night, close drapes and shades.  During sunny days, open them.

Water Heating

• Set your water heater no higher than 120 degrees F.
• Install low flow shower and faucet heads (this will reduce the amount your well pump must run too).
• Fix dripping faucets.
• Don’t let the water run while brushing teeth, shaving, or doing dishes.
• Insulate any exposed hot water lines.

For a more comprehensive list of money saving tips visit our partners at Touchstone Energy.