Things to do Right Now to Save Money and Energy in Your Home

by Deb on April 17, 2012

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John @ Curious Cat Science and Engineering Blog April 20, 2012 at 11:07 am

Growing trees in the right locations is very helpful. And in cold climates having deciduous trees that provide shade in the summer and allow the sun to heat the house in the winter are good (and something I do). You have to plan ahead.

Turning the AC down is another thing I do (I like it warm anyway). In the summer I spend more time in the basement (cool without having to use AC most of the time).

I put in a super high efficiency heater and AC when my old one broke a few years ago.

Good insulation, sealing cracks… is a big help.

Your “northern and southern” threw me at first. Then I realized “Northern” Australia…
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Deb April 27, 2012 at 1:53 pm

Actually I meant northern and southern hemispheres. I was assuming that they would be flipped because of where the sun is in the tropics.

But I suppose a lot of people in North America and northern Europe want to have their bedrooms warm, whereas we are always trying to cool ours down!

Deb April 27, 2012 at 2:01 pm

And re-reading I did say ‘northern’ and ‘southern’ climates, didn’t I. Don’t worry, I’m one of the tiny, tiny percentage of Australians who’ve lived in the northern climates, it’s normal for me but we’re used to being forgotten about 😉

Sarah Reece April 20, 2012 at 8:08 pm

These are some great tips. I’m lucky enough to have a house that’s well ventilated, so I’m able to do with ceiling fan for most part of the day. Some things that I do ensure are
– Change the AC filters in time. Dirty filters restrict airflow, consuming more energy
– Run full loads for my washing and dryer
– Above applies to dish washer as well
– Seal the ducts in the house
– Unplug any appliances that are not in regular use
– Invest in good, energy saving electronics goods

Deb April 27, 2012 at 1:56 pm

Cleaning filters is such a big one. It’s the first thing we tell people who move out here, because they get so dusty it’s no wonder there isn’t any cool air getting through.

Having things serviced too. It may seem like a waste when there’s nothing wrong, but it can make them more efficient for a long time.

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