Making Your Home Energy Efficient Monroe MI

An energy-efficient home is not only more economical, it's also healthier

Local Companies

Bible Contracting
419-360-3762
2356 Petee Ln
Toledo, OH
Holt Roofing
419-329-4173
3947 Funston St.
Toledo, OH
A Plus Building Maintenance
419-478-1542
20 Bronson Place
Toledo, OH
Great Lakes Electrical Contracting Inc
419-480-1235
3156 Upton Ave
Toledo, OH
Cabinet Shop the
(231) 972-7077
7230 9 Mile Rd
Mecosta, MI
Shores Construction Inc
(586) 415-6826
Saint Clair Shores, MI
Homeworx Services Llc
(586) 228-2211
51456 Oro Dr
Shelby Township, MI
J Willis Co
(248) 960-0202
3113 Old Farm Ln
Commerce Township, MI
Amadeus Remodeling & Construction
(616) 636-5405
23726 W 22 Mile
Pierson, MI
Clear Concept Building Systems
(810) 724-3200
6100 Clear Lake Rd
Imlay City, MI

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Poor air quality can be caused by humidity, drafts, cold windows in the winter or hot windows in the summer.  Energy efficiency improvements reduce these problems.  Here are some tips on keeping your home efficient and healthy.

 

Kitchen

 

  • Defrost your freezer if the ice is 5mm thick.
  • Vacuum the refrigerator condenser coil frequently.
  • Make sure the magnetic door seal on the refrigerator closes tightly.
  • Make sure the on/off cycle of your refrigerator works properly.
  • Check the oven seal for heat leaks.
  • Run only full loads in the dishwasher.

 

Bathroom/laundry room

 

  • Set the hot-water heater thermostat to no more than 65 degrees Celsius or 150 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Insulate hot-water pipes.
  • Repair leaking taps.
  • Don’t overload the clothes dryer.
  • Clean dryer lint filter after each use.

 

Living areas

 

  • Install ceiling insulation.
  • Keep curtains closed to prevent heat loss in winter and overheating in summer.
  • Close off unheated areas.
  • Clean the heating filter regularly.
  • Use compact, high-efficiency fluorescent lighting in areas where it is appropriate -- it can save you up to 80 percent in costs.

 

Published on January 11, 2007

Read full article at realestate.com

Featured Local Company

Bible Contracting

419-360-3762
2356 Petee Ln
Toledo, OH

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