Thursday, October 8, 2009

Reduce heating costs

“The basic principle is those who lower the temperature at home by one degree \save approximately six percent of heating costs.”

There are various ways and means to build energy efficient houses and thus to save money. Most are easy to implement in daily life and can help you save up to 200 to 300 dollars per year.

Many areas are simply too high temperature. It is oven, stove and dishwasher that shall constitute a source of additional heat. Remember 20 to 22 degrees usually sufficient to create a soothing atmosphere in your living room.
So you have to focus on such areas.

Radiators must be able freely to lose heat to the room. Therefore, they should not be obstructed by furniture or has by hanging curtains.

Among the so-called number one Unnecessary Cost include the inadequately sealed windows and doors. Therefore well-sealed windows and doors help a lot in order to reduce energy costs.

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