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First of all, set thermostats to 78 degrees in summer, 68 degrees in winter. Remember, always run your HVAC system on auto. For example, if you have recently remodeled an old house you must be sure that you have plenty of insulation to make the house more energy efficient. Besides, check to see if the relative humidity inside your house during the summer is not less than 60%. It goes without saying, run ceiling paddle fans on medium, blowing down in summer and up in winter. Be sure, this really does help to make your room more energy efficient.

Don’t forget to change HVAC filters monthly. You should know, when the filter is dirty, it doesn’t work efficiently. Sometimes, as far as my personal experience can be taken into account, you might find that you may have to change it more frequently. Also you should check the types of filters available and don’t be cheap. Moreover, get a decent filter for the conditions of your home. Also, make sure the filters are facing the correct way. And don’t forget to have your unit checked at least once a year by a professional to make sure that you have no problems. By the way, if you have a window A/C unit, you will also need to change its filters monthly and be sure to check that you have decently placed weather stripping around it. Actually, read the directions that came with your window A/C unit for proper use. It’s self-evident that when heating or cooling, windows shall be kept locked. Also make sure that your windows are the correct type of windows. It’s obvious, energy efficient windows will keep the cold out. In connection with this, check to make sure your windows and doors have the proper weather stripping. If it is necessary, caulk around the outside of your windows. You need also to be aware of that closing your shades or curtains at night during the winter will keep the heat in the house and closing them during the summer days will keep the heat out.

As you know, it is better to insulate electric wall plugs and wall switches with foam pads. It is easy: just screw off the face plate and place them inside. Even if your walls are insulated, as far as this issue is concerned, you will still loose a certain amount of energy through the wall outlet. Insulate attics, attic doors and keep attic doors closed tightly. Remember, heat rises. You may also caulk along baseboards with a clear gasket material. Besides, you can usually paint over caulk, if you want it to match the paint in your room. Also caulk around plumbing pipes, phone lines and electrical wires that come through the wall or floors of your home from the outside. You should know that this will prevent air from coming in and any bugs that might squeeze through, as well.

Besides, it would be preferable to close fireplace registers when not burning a fire. It’s important to note, not only does it allow the outside air to come in, causing a draft, but it also can allow birds and other things to come in as well. As a matter of fact, make sure inside and outside that the vents are not blocked. It is obvious that when you take a closer look at this issue that for your house to run efficiently you need to be sure that air flows properly inside and outside.

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