Feb 22
There’s nothing like a mid-winter electric bill to get me motivated to start saving money. So, assuming others feel the same way, here are some money-saving tips that might help you trim your costs today.
Insulate Your Pipes
Consumer Reports offers this tutorial on how to take a couple hours to save yourself serious money on heating costs. If your home’s boiler does not yet include insulation around its pipes, it may be time to add some.
The project looks fairly straightforward:
- Check your hot-water heater’s owner’s manual. It’s important to make sure there are not materials that could melt the insulation and release toxic chemicals.
- Round up the tools. You’ll need measuring tape, scissors and a utility knife with a retractable blade.
- Get to work. Once you’re finished, your hot water should stay two to four degrees warmer in the pipes, saving you heating costs!
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