Brrr...It's Cold in Here! Winterizing Your Home
It's December and the cold weather is just setting in. As we all know, cold weather inevitably leads to increased heating bills, which leads to people choosing to bundle up in three sweatshirts rather than turn on the heat and face high bills. Instead, try these energy saving tips from Duke Energy to stay warm and lower your energy bills. Winter Top 10 Energy Saving Tips 1). Seal windows with a layer of plastic for the winter. New heat-shrinking films are airtight and easy to see through. 2). Install the proper amount of insulation in exterior walls, roofs, ceilings, and floors above cold spaces. 3). If you have ductwork in the attic or garage, be sure it is covered with at least 6 inches of insulation. Seal the seams and joints in these ducts with a duct sealing compound sold at hardware/home centers. 4). Lower your thermostat temperature to the lowest temperature that is comfortable to your family. You may save as much as 3 percent on your energy bill for each degree you lower y...