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Get an Energy Audit

by Moneyproblems TipsFri Dec 04, 2009 Money Saving Tips

This week we have discussed ways to save on energy costs at your home. To put it all together, get an energy audit. Most hydro and gas companies offer energy audits for free, or for a nominal cost. They will inspect your home for energy leaks, and give you suggestions for ways [...]

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Save Money By Eliminating Ghosts

by Moneyproblems TipsThu Dec 03, 2009 Money Saving Tips

Most electronic devices, like televisions, DVD players and computers have an “instant on” feature. You click your remote control, and your television comes to life. That instant on feature is possible because your television (and cable or satellite television box) is constantly drawing power, which is very expensive.
Here are two solutions: First, put [...]

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Automate Your Thermostat

by Moneyproblems TipsWed Dec 02, 2009 Money Saving Tips

To save on your heating bill in the winter (and your air conditioning bill in the summer), buy a programmable thermostat, and program it to raise and lower the temperature when needed.
Here’s a typical schedule. If you wake up at 7:00 am, program your thermostat to start increasing the temperature at 6:30 am. [...]

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Open Your Blinds

by Moneyproblems TipsTue Dec 01, 2009 Money Saving Tips

Here’s another way to save on your heating bill: open your curtains or drapes during the day, to let the sun shine in. When you leave for work in the morning, open your curtains or drapes on the south side of your house or apartment, to let the sun shine in during the day. [...]

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