Setting the temperature back a few degrees at night or while away for 8+ hours can save on energy use.

Program your heating and cooling schedule to match your routine automatically for comfort and energy savings.

Wearing warm layers and using blankets can help reduce the need to run the heat at higher temperatures.

Box or ceiling fans let you raise the thermostat setting by a few degrees in summer without affecting comfort levels.

Running your ceiling fan clockwise on low in winter pushes warm air down from the ceiling, distributing heat evenly.

In the winter, close curtains at night to retain heat, and open south-facing windows by day to let the sun’s warmth into your home. In the summer, close curtains during the day to keep the extra warmth out.

A clean filter maximizes furnace and AC efficiency and keeps your system running safely all year long.

Move furniture and rugs away from air vents and returns so conditioned air can circulate freely.

Leaks can waste energy in attics or crawl spaces. Inspect your ducts regularly.

Simply locking windows can tighten the seal and help prevent air from escaping.

Heat-resistant panels behind radiators reflect heat back into the room instead of out through the wall.

Inexpensive foam gaskets can be installed behind outlet covers to stop drafts.

Check for and repair cracked or missing caulking and weatherstripping around all doors and windows.

Inspect vents regularly to ensure airflow isn’t blocked by debris or insulation that has shifted over time.

Insert a snug piece of rigid insulation into an unused fireplace opening to stop heat loss through the chimney year-round.

Pipe insulation can help reduce the heat lost as hot water travels from the heater to faucets and showers.

Older windows can result in heat loss. Window insulation kits can help keep heat in.

Setting your water heater to a lower temperature helps reduce the risk of scalding and can reduce energy use.

Low-flow showerheads and faucet aerators can help save energy.

Even a small drip can waste water, adding directly to your energy use.

Only run your dishwasher when full and let dishes air-dry to cut dishwasher energy use.

Shut off running hot water while shaving, soaping up or brushing teeth to avoid wasting heated water.

Natural gas tankless water heaters heat water on demand, eliminating the standby heat loss of a traditional storage tank.

Most of a washer’s energy goes to heating water. Switching to cold saves significantly without affecting cleanliness.

Half loads use nearly as much energy as full ones — wait until you have a complete load before running the washer or dryer.

A clogged lint trap makes your dryer work harder and poses a fire hazard. Clean it before every load.

Each time the oven door opens, the temperature can drop, wasting energy and extending cooking time.

Using a burner closest in size to your cookware ensures heat goes into your food, not into the air.