Tag: Energy and heating
- 16Actually use your programmable thermostat ($80 to $200 savings)The US Department of Energy reports that you can save as much as 10% by turning your thermostat down 7°-10°F for 8 hours a day (I do this at night).
- 2Adjust your thermostat ($240 savings/year)Turning your thermostat down 3 degrees for the winter and up 3 degrees for the summer can save about $240 annually for most households (save about 3% for every degree).