Top 9 Home Energy Suckers
Between marathon TV viewing, long showers, and what seems like daily laundry loads, homes can suck energy, adding dollars to your monthly bill. Learn tips for battling electricity guzzlers.
Get Control of Your Thermostat
Incandescent Light Bulbs
Drafty Windows and Doors
Swear you feel a breeze coming from under your front door? It's not your imagination, doors without weather-stripping protection are prime culprits for letting in the elements. Hit up a local hardware store to seal the gaps with products like hefty slide-on door bottoms or foam spray for use in the nooks and crannies. A cuter idea to reduce the energy leak is this DIY draft sock.
Worn-out Insulation
Single Pane Windows
Your Water Heater Behavior
Laundry Costs
Even though you're not popping quarters into the machines for every load, the amount of water and heat necessary for laundry add up in monthly utility costs. In addition to avoiding hot water when washing, reduce consumption by regularly cleaning a dryer's lint trap, which improves air circulation, getting clothes dryer, faster.