This summer, rising utility costs will affect us all—but it’s a good idea to get a grip on your energy costs up before you start seeing increased bills.

How to Check Your Energy Consumption

Arizona Public Service offers home energy checkups conducted by professionals so you know how much energy you’re using and how you could save money. Specially trained contractors will diagnose your home and identify improvements you could make to make your home more energy-efficient.

However, even without a home energy checkup, there are steps you can take to ensure that you’re saving money on energy costs.

Energy-Saving Tip #1: Do Your Wash in Cold Water

If you do your wash in cold water, rather than hot water, you’re likely to save enough energy to run an average home for up to 2 weeks. In many cases, it’s even better for fabrics to air-dry; if you can hang them outdoors, they’ll often dry in an hour or less and you’ll save on energy bills.

Energy-Saving Tip #2: Replace Your Old Appliances

How old is your refrigerator? What about your washer and dryer? Appliances that are 10 years old (or older) aren’t as efficient as newer models are. If you choose to purchase new appliances, make sure they have EnergyStar ratings.

Energy-Saving Tip #3: Have Your Air Conditioner “Tuned Up”

You don’t have to invest in a brand new air conditioning unit, but it’s a good idea to have your existing unit inspected and tuned up by professional. In many cases, a few quick fixes can make a huge difference in your energy consumption and your electricity bills.

Energy-Saving Tip #4: Repair Loose Weather Stripping

Loose weather stripping can allow cold air to escape from your home, which is a complete waste in the summertime. To find out whether you need to replace weather stripping around your house, go outside on a hot day and feel around your doors and windows; if you can feel a cool draft, you’ll need to either replace the weather stripping or caulk to eliminate it.

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When you’re ready to start looking at Tramonto homes for sale, we’d love to help you find one that’s right for your needs. Call us at 602-332-6188 or contact us online so we can begin searching right away.

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