Fact Sheets

There are many ways to save energy through the items in your house. Learn here about energy efficient appliances, equipment, and materials.
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How To Save

Easy Ways to Save

Learn how to save on electric, gas and water bills!
 

Updating an Existing Home

Updating an Existing Home

  • Windows

    When heat is lost or gained due to poor insulation, your heating and cooling systems must work harder to maintain a comfortable temperature in your home, resulting in higher energy costs.

  • Window Coverings

    While most traditional window coverings do not have insulating qualities or prevent air leakage; others, like insulated panels and window quilts, can reduce heat loss/gain and air leakage.

  • Window Basics

    Depending on what type of windows you currently have, the dimensions of the existing windows, the type of fuel you use for heating and cooling, as well as how energy conscious you are will affect the savings accrued by replacing single pane windows with energy efficient windows.

  • Professional Energy Audits

    Professional energy audits generally go into great detail and can provide insight into energy savings.

  • Other Home Updates to Save Energy

    Looks at energy efficiency problems, which can be easily fixed.

  • Moisture and Mold Problems

    Information dealing with moisture control including mold.

  • Home Performance with Energy Star

    A drafty home, rooms that are too hot or too cold, and high energy bills are all common issues for homeowners.

  • Exterior Doors

    Exterior doors are responsible for some of this heat transfer, so it is important to purchase replacement doors that are well insulated, and have a good air seal.

  • Do-It-Yourself Energy Audits

    A home energy audit is the first step to assess how much energy your home consumes and to evaluate what measures you can take to make your home more energy efficient.