6. October 2011 00:03
Energy Saving Tips for the week
Water Heater
· Repair leaky faucets promptly. A faucet that leaks a single drop of hot water each second can waste up to 200 gallons of hot water per month, as well as the energy used to heat it.
· Wrap your water heater and pipes with insulation. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure safety.
· Install a low-flow shower head and take showers rather than baths. Low-flow shower heads will typically use from 0.8 to 1.5 gallons per minute. At 1.5 gallons per minute and a 10 minute shower, 15 gallons of water are used. That’s compared to a bath that uses 15 to 25 gallons of water.
· Don't let the hot water run continuously when you wash dishes or shave.
Washer/Dryer
· Wash your clothes in cold water using cold water detergents whenever possible. Laundry detergents -- not the water temperature -- whiten your clothes.
· Clean the lint filter after every dryer load. Clothes will dry faster and you will save energy.
· Wash full laundry loads, rather than washing multiple small loads. You'll save water, detergent and energy.
· Don't add wet items to a near-dry load.
· Don't over dry clothes. Removing clothes from the dryer before they begin to wrinkle can eliminate ironing and save energy.
· Make sure the dryer is properly vented. Inspect the outside vent opening to be sure it is clear of lint and the damper will close when the dryer is off.
· Have a professional inspect the dryer vent pipe. Lint can accumulate in these pipes and reduce airflow.
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