Low-Cost Ways to Energy Proof Your Home

Looking for budget-friendly ways to make a home more energy efficient? According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the average American family spends at least $2,200 a year on home utility bills. However, much of this money could easily be salvaged if Americans employed the right energy-saving strategies. While there are plenty of ways to energy proof a home, not all of them involve spending oodles of money on smart thermostats and solar panels. In fact, making your home more energy efficient can be as simple as turning off the lights when you leave the room. For more tips on energy proofing your home, check out these 10 low-cost (read: mostly no-cost) ways to make a home more energy efficient this year.

10 low-cost ways to make a home more energy efficient

Wash and dry dishes by hand

Replace air filters in vents

Turn electronics and lightbulbs off when not in the room

Lower the thermostat on your water heater

Take shorter showers

Keep window shades and curtains closed

Only run the washing machine with full loads of laundry

Air dry clothing outdoors

Use power strips for electronic items

Use Energy Star appliances

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