Tip # 11 Another one from my Electric Company...

What is your water heater set at?

This can make a big difference on your electric bill over time!
Try setting it to 120 degrees or the lowest point you like.

SiMplE, quIcK & eAsY!!

Tip # 10 From my Electric Company

Insulation

If you have R-19 or less insulation in your attic, consider bringing it up to R-38 in moderate climates, R-49 in cold climates.

In cold climates, if you have R-11 or less floor insulation, consider bringing it up to R-25.

Tip #9 Often Overlooked!!

Another easy one for you. It takes only seconds!! (But don't worry if you forget...I STILL can't get my boyfriend to do this simple one.)


When putting your clothes in the dryer...Make sure you clean out the lint trap EVERYTIME.


This helps save on the energy your dryer puts out!!

Tip #8 An Easy One!

This one is EASY...A programable thermostat! It helps you save a lot on energy as well as money!!

Feel Free to CONTRIBUTE!!!

I'm always looking for new, great ideas to save money, while saving the planet. So if you have a great idea and haven't read it here (or have a different twist on an exisiting post)...

Comment, Email, Post...

Remember, you may not think about it too much, but someone else might REALLY appreciate your ideas!

Tip #7 Last Gardening one for awhile...I PROMISE!! Too great!!

This is a GREAT way to grow potatoes in a limited amount of space!!!

Plant your potatoes and once they start growing, put a tire on top and fill that with soil and plant another potatoe...Keeping repeating as many times as you want or can!!!

This works awesome if you live in an apartment or anywhere there is a limited amount of space for gardening!!!

Tip #6 Newspaper as compost!!

This one is easy because we all have spare newspaper that ends up in the garbage!!!
Instead of throwing it away, use it for compost in your yard!!

It will help you save on watering and you don't have to go out and BUY compost!

Tip #5 Fairly Simple...Yet well missed Tip

I'm sure everyone knows to turn lights off when leaving the room, turn the tv off when not watching it and other such simple energy-saving tips...but did you know that there is one more step most of America misses??

Un-plugging un-used items!!

That's right, by not only turning the electronic device off but also un-plugging it, you will Save even more $$!

The way this works is that even though the electronic device is off, there is still electricity flowing through and being used while it is plugged in!!
SIMPLE!