Small Energy Saving Habits | Maytag HVAC | Kitchener ON

Are you scared of your monthly utility bills?

You shouldn’t have to be. There are things you can do, large and small, that can help you reduce that area of your budget. Big things, like investing in high-efficiency heating and air conditioning equipment, are going to have the largest impacts on your monthly statements. However, these bigger changes are not the only way you can save. Some smaller adjustments don’t require any expense on your part.

Here are some smaller things you can do to help lower/control your monthly expenses.

Turn off the lights when you aren’t in a room.

Lower or raise the temperature your thermostat is set at (depending on the season).

Keep all your vents and registers open.

Keep the windows and doors of your home closed.

Change your furnace filter.

Sign up for budget billing if your utility company offers it.

Switch to high-efficiency light bulbs.

Avoid using space heaters and other supplementary heating methods.

Operate your ceiling fans correctly for the best distribution of air – clockwise during the winter and counter-clockwise during the summer.

Seal your windows and doors.

Set your thermostat to “AUTO” instead of “ON.”

Wash your clothes in cold water.

Take shorter showers.

Open or close curtains depending on the season.

Unplug items like televisions, kitchen appliances and more when they aren’t in use.

Layer up instead of turning up the thermostat during the winter.

Have a timer for your lights.

Take cooler showers.

Want more energy-saving tips? Make sure you contact your local heating and air conditioning contractor. As spring gets closer and closer, make sure you start thinking about air conditioner preventative maintenance. This is the best way to ensure that your air conditioner is ready to tackle the summer heat.

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