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Make Simple Energy Resolutions for 2012 I

Now is a good time to evaluate your home’s energy usage and make a stronger commitment to lead a more energy-efficient lifestyle from the start of 2012 - make an Energy Saving Resolution for the year ahead.

Here at Enigin we deal with businesses and organisations through our Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners. but we are delighted to share some ‘domestic’ tips with you for your home.

There are many simple ways to reduce you home energy consumption all year long without a lot of effort. Once you make them a habit, saving energy will be second nature. Here are the first four of eight tips:

• Watch out for build up: One of the easiest things to do is remove build-up in your clothes dryer’s lint trap before every load. Removing built up lint not only reduces the risk of fire but also will increase drying efficiency and could save you up to $34 per year. Also, consider consolidating loads, drying loads with similar fabrics together.
• Keep your bills out of hot water: Identify—and fix—any water leaks in your home. Leaky faucets and showerheads, for example, can be a big source of waste. Repairing these fixtures can save you up to $100 per year. And, don’t forget to inspect your hot water heater for leakage. At a rate of one drip per second, your home can waste gallons of water in a short time, costing you money.
• Seal the gaps: Air leaks can occur in some unusual and out-of-the-way places—crawl spaces, attics, overhangs, garages, porches and other architectural features, to name a few. Be sure to have a Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® contractor investigate these problem areas and make recommendations on how to make your home’s openings air-tight. By sealing and insulating your home, you could increase your home’s energy efficiency by up to 20 percent.
• Improve air flow: Rearranging your home furnishings can lead to year-round benefits. Organize your furniture and rugs away from registers and heating return vents. For optimal comfort, make sure the connections at vents and registers are well-sealed where they meet the floors, walls and ceiling.

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