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The Kasey Group encourages you to "Go Green" and make your home more energy efficient.
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| Consider This! Tips on conserving energy: |
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- Traditional incandescent bulbs waste 90% of the energy they use. Replace your ordinary light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs. This will lower your energy use and save you money.
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- When it comes time to replace a large appliance like a refrigerator, freezer, air conditioner, washer/dryer, or water heater, look for Energy Star label products. They may cost a bit more initially, but the energy savings will pay back the extra investment in just a couple of years.
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- Adjust your thermostats for colder weather. Simply set them at the lowest temperature allowable that keeps employees and customers comfortable. A setting of 70-75 degrees Fahrenheit (F) is the standard industry recommendation.
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- Clean or replace filters on your furnace and air conditioner. Cleaning a dirty air filter can save 350 pounds of carbon dioxide a year.
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- Use a clothesline instead of a dryer whenever possible. You can save 700 pounds of carbon dioxide when you air dry your clothes for 6 months out of the year.
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- Unplug electronics from the wall when you are not using them. Things such as cell phone chargers, televisions, and hairdryers use energy even when they are not turned on or in use.
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- Plant one tree a year.A single tree will absorb one ton of carbon dioxide over its lifetime and will release oxygen into the environment. Shade provided by trees can also reduce your air conditioning bill by 10 to 15%.
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- Purchase a rain barrel. A rain barrel is a device used to collect rainfall which then can in turn be used for household projects such as washing your car or watering plants. They help to conserve the fresh water supply and save you money.
- Remove yourself from mailing lists. The catalogs you receive in the mail kill millions of trees each year. By canceling your name from mailing lists, you are helping to save trees and the environment.
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For more helpful tips to improve the efficiency of your home please visit:
http://ecomall.com/biz/energy.htm or http://climatecrisis.org/ |
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| Energy Efficient Home Improvement tips: |
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-Mold, Mildew, and Musty odors- These primarily come from water leaks in your home. Depending on the severity of the leak, conditions can lead to rot, structural damage, premature paint failure, and a variety of health problems.
- If the leak is in your roof hire a roofing contractor to repair the leak.
- If it is from a water pipe, toilet, bathtub or shower, hire a plumber to repair the leak.
- If the leak has caused substantial water damage or mold you will want to hire a contractor who specializes in mold remediation and water damage repairs.
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-Drafty Rooms- Drafts around windows, doors, electrical outlets, light fixtures, and gaps in corners are a result of cold air leaking into your home. As cold air is coming in through leaks, warm air is escaping through other leaks. The biggest leaks for escaping air are often found in the attic, and recessed lights are a common location.
- Air sealing (Home Sealing) can help stop drafts and improve the comfort of your home. The most important leaks are often in the attic. You can do some things yourself, but for the best solution you need to hire a contractor.
- Ask your heating and cooling contractor to check ducts for air leaks and balanced airflow.
- If you have a fireplace, close the damper when not in use.
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-Peeling Paint- The peeling of paint of the exterior of your home may be a sign of a humidity problem or improper application. It is caused by moisture being absorbed through the back of wood siding and passing through to the exterior surface under the paint.
- Attempt to control problems.
- Air sealing (Home Sealing) can keep moist air from leaking through your walls. To adequately prevent moist air from moving into wall cavities, you may need to hire a contractor who is a building science specialist.
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