Seven Tips For Staying Warm And Saving Energy When The Weather Turns Chilly

By Michael Sznajderman

This cold and wet week is a clear sign that real winter weather isn’t far behind. As you pull out the heavy coat from mothballs and toss on a scarf and gloves, here are some simple tips for saving energy at home when the thermometer takes a dive:

Flip the switch on your ceiling fans – Make sure you set your ceiling fans to turn clockwise, to move heated air trapped at the ceiling back down to where you can enjoy it.

Check the thermostat – Reset your thermostat to 68 degrees or lower during the day, and even cooler at night when you are snug in bed. Try an electric blanket and set the overnight temperature even lower. If you have a programmable thermostat, set it to warm up the home about 15 minutes before your morning alarm goes off.

Worship the sun – Open drapes or blinds to take advantage of the sun’s warmth. Keep them closed on the shaded side of the house and at night.

Plug drafts and close vents – Close all louvers and vents in the attic or foundation walls during the winter. Make sure to keep garage doors closed. And use weather stripping to seal drafts around windows and doors.

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