This is the Time to Act - Enigin Energy Saving Tips
IN the northern hemisphere now is the time to act to save energy in the winter.
We tend to consider how much our air-con will be working as the days get warmer, and this should not be forgotten but hopefully we acted awhile ago to either replace an old inefficient unit or have an intelligent air-con controller fitter, before actually needed it so that when we switch the unit on it is not swallowing loads of money.
With that in mind now is the time to think about winter energy saving, warmth maybe be far from your minds at this time of year but it is now that you need to start insulating your homes and work buildings.
Also have your heating system checked out and add any energy efficiency upgrades, such as better controls and thermostats.
Check for gaps and spaces where heat can escape, costing you money, and fill them or make repairs to insulate further. Remember though not to seal your house/offices completely, it is not healthy for you or your building and if you have “real” fires they will not last without a constant supply of oxygen - the reason you have drafts when you have a fire.
Do any windows need fixing or replacing, particularly multiple glazing for insulation. Even warmer, heavier thicker drapes at windows can insulate the home well overnight - you need not hang them until the fall but start picking them out, or choose thermal liners for your curtains.
To get down to the most basic items for energy saving - clothes. Are your winter woolies and clothes fit for next winter. Instead of turning the thermostat up a notch put on a fleece or a jumper and early summer can be a good time to buy winter warmers in the sales.
Also check your lighting, in winter the shorter days means lighting is left on for longer, do you have the appropriate energy saving fitting and bulbs? If not gradually changes them throughout the summer.
These are all low key and cheaper ways to reduce your energy bill and protect the environment. At Enigin we advise end user to examine their energy use and make low and no-cost savings before concentrating on the more expensive ways to save energy - that they benefit right away through a few minor adjustments.
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