Friday, January 20, 2012

Making Your Home Energy Efficient

Did you just have some Lansing movers move you into your new home only to find out its not as energy efficient as you thought? It may not be as bad as you think.  It's often best to consult a professional and have a energy audit conducted. Many companies are offering these for free or for a low cost.  Although if you are one of those do-it-yourselfers and want to take matters into your own hands before consulting a professional theses tips should be able to help you.  First thing is don't call up the Lansing moving company telling them to come back and move you somewhere else.  Instead try these quick and easy changes that will make your home more energy efficient. Also, keep records so that you may track your improving energy savings.

-When its cold out open the shades and curtins to windows that face south to allow sunlight and warmth to enter. 
-You can put plastic sheets over the windows to prevent cold drafts.
-Move furnitiure off drafty exterior walls.
-Use fans to help circulate air (in winter use reverse to pull wam air up)
-Replace air filters regularly
-Turn your thermostate down a few degrees
-Upgrade applianced to more energy efficient models (Look for Energy Star Sticker)