Solar pool covers minimize water evaporation and significantly reduce heat loss, while capturing significant heat from sunshine. Pools with solar covers will both raise the temperature of the pool themselves (often by tens of degrees), and retain the energy of any pool heater in use (thereby saving on any associated heating costs).
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Although some manufacturers set water heater thermostats at 140 F, most households usually only need them set at 120 F. Setting the thermostat at a lower temperature threshold can save substantial amounts of energy.
Traditional faucets use three times the amount of water that newer, aerating faucets use.
Traditional shower heads can use three times the amount of water that newer shower heads use.
Let the warm sunlight in through south-facing windows to lower the heating bill and reduce the need for additional lighting.
Older building can have materials that are potentially poisonous. When the materials and building structure degrade, it can lead to serious occupant health problems or building-related illnesses.
Keep direct sunlight from shining into rooms and you'll not only keep everyone cooler, you'll also lower your utility bill.
Most electronic equipment draws small amounts of power, even when they are in the 'off' state. Unfortunately, when many devices are in such a state, for 24 hours for every day in the year, the amount of power consumed is actually very significant.
If you do not clean your dehumidifier regularly it will have to work harder to maintain your preferred humidity setting.
If you will be gone from your home for more than a month, you could save significant sums by switching your refrigerator off.
