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| We support the city of Palm Desert in its ambitious 5-year goal of reducing energy consumption by 30%. As we all know by now, energy efficiency starts at home. There are many ways to increase the energy efficiency of your home. Here are some suggestions for things you can do to cut energy use right away—but it’s only the “tip of the iceberg”. Contact Hyde’s today for more ways to save. |
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| Seal air leaks: |
| every home has them, but if there are too many cracks and crevices where heated or cooled air can escape, you are wasting money on energy. First, identify where you are losing energy, and then get to work sealing those holes. Depending on how big a problem this is in your home, you should see results—a lower energy bill—almost immediately. Need help with this? Contact Hyde’s today. |
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| Have your systems tuned up: |
| a properly tuned cooling system can save you 10% or more on energy costs. Proper maintenance also encourages longer equipment life. Ask about our Peak Performance service plan. |
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| Install a programmable thermostat: |
| by adjusting your systems based on tie of day, you can use less energy when the home is empty or when you are sleeping. An inexpensive change that can save you 15% or more off your annual energy bills. |
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| Replace filters: |
| dirty filters slow air flow, making your system work harder and increasing energy use. |
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| Seal your ducts: |
it’s estimated that as much as 40% of cooled air is lost by improperly sealed ducts. Not only does this raise your electric bill, it makes your cooling system work harder, and can shorten equipment life.
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