Inside the House

Many of these no-nonsense tips from Touchstone Energy® Cooperatives won’t cost you a dime to do, but they’ll save you plenty when your power bill arrives!

Run your ceiling fans in clockwise direction during winter months.

But it may not be right for every situation.

If your home has single-pane or leaky old windows, you may be surprised at the energy savings you’ll gain by replacing them with high-performance, double- or triple-pane windows. 

Will you be naughty or nice when it comes to controlling energy costs during the holidays? Check the energy-saving ideas on this list to implement around your home. 

Keep lamps, TVs and other heat-producers away from the thermostat.

Making a few minor changes in your daily habits at home can help you reduce your need for air-conditioning and add to energy savings during the dog days of summer.

When the weather heats up, a new Energy Star® certified room air conditioner can help you keep your cool and lower your summer cooling bills.

Reduce your energy bill with special lighting controls.

You know the chill you get when you step onto a cold tile or wood floor? There’s an energy-efficient solution: electric radiant floor heat.